English dictionary
ante
/'/&/nt/i/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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(poker) the initial contribution that each player makes to the pot
Source: WordNet 3.0
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Each player's stake, which is put into the pool before (<i>ante</i>) the game begins.
Source: webster1913
verb
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place one's stake
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To put up (an ante).
Source: webster1913