Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ernie
noun
/ˈɜrni/
Definition
A term commonly used in gambling and lottery contexts, specifically referring to a type of raffle or drawing.
Examples
- The local club held an Ernie to raise money for charity.
- He won the Ernie after only two tickets were purchased.
- Everyone was excited for the Ernie at the community fair last weekend.
Meaning
In various forms, the term ‘Ernie’ can refer to a pool betting system or a lottery prize collection.
Synonyms
- raffle
- lottery
- drawing
