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raffled

 

[ ˈræf.əld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

event occurrence

The term 'raffled' refers to the action of participating in a raffle, which is a type of lottery in which prizes are awarded to individuals whose tickets are drawn at random. This practice is commonly used in fundraising events where tickets are sold to raise money for organizations or charitable causes. When something is raffled, it means that it is being offered as a prize in this random drawing process, and people buy tickets in hopes of winning. Raffles can include various items, from gifts and cash to experiences and services.

Synonyms

drawn, lottery, prized

Examples of usage

  • The charity event raffled off several luxury items.
  • She raffled her handmade crafts to fund her trip.
  • They raffled the car to raise money for the local school.
  • Tickets were sold, and the winner was raffled at the end of the night.

Translations

Translations of the word "raffled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 rifado

🇮🇳 लॉटरी में निकाला गया

🇩🇪 verlost

🇮🇩 diundi

🇺🇦 розіграно

🇵🇱 wylosowany

🇯🇵 抽選された

🇫🇷 tiré au sort

🇪🇸 sorteado

🇹🇷 çekilişle belirlenmiş

🇰🇷 추첨된

🇸🇦 تم السحب

🇨🇿 vylosovaný

🇸🇰 vylosovaný

🇨🇳 抽奖的

🇸🇮 žrebano

🇮🇸 rafflað

🇰🇿 таңдалған

🇬🇪 გამოირჩეული

🇦🇿 püşkürdülmüş

🇲🇽 sorteado

Word origin

The word 'raffle' originates from the late 19th century, deriving from the old French term 'rafle', which means 'to sweep up' or 'to take'. Its usage in the context of lotteries and prize drawings can be traced back to English-speaking communities that sought to raise funds for various causes, from local charities to large organizations. Initially, raffles were informal events, often organized by local groups to support community needs. As the concept grew, it evolved into a structured form of fundraising. By the early 20th century, raffles became increasingly popular, with legal regulations being established in many regions to govern their operation. Today, the word 'raffled' encapsulates a key aspect of civic philanthropy, symbolizing both chance and community support.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,692, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.