Word: sweepstake
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: sweep
stake
Definition: A prize draw. A competition, such as a lottery or raffle, in which participants obtain a random chance to win a prize.
Morphemes:
Affix: sweep
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A lottery, usually on the results of a sporting event, where players win if their randomly chosen team wins.
Affix: stake
Language: en
PoS: Verb
Meaning: To provide another with money in order to engage in an activity as betting or a business venture.