GRE Word List
LOTTERY
a drawing of lots in which prizes are distributed to the winners among persons buying a chance
The meaning of the word lottery is a drawing of lots in which prizes are distributed to the winners among persons buying a chance.
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| urgent | calling for immediate attention : pressing |
| magnitude | great size or extent |
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