Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
raffle
noun
/ˈræf.əl/
Definition
A raffle is a type of contest where tickets are sold for a chance to win a prize.
Examples
- The charity organized a raffle to raise funds for their community project.
- I won a bicycle in the school raffle last year!
- Tickets for the raffle were sold at the entrance of the event.
Meaning
In a raffle, participants buy tickets to enter, and winners are chosen randomly, often at a specific time or event.
Synonyms
- lottery
- drawing
- prize draw
