English dictionary

auction

/'/O/k/S//@/n/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a variety of bridge in which tricks made in excess of the contract are scored toward game; now generally superseded by contract bridge

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Synonyms auction bridge

Source: WordNet 3.0
the public sale of something to the highest bidder

noun.act

Synonyms auction sale vendue

Source: WordNet 3.0
A public sale of property to the highest bidder, esp. by a person licensed and authorized for the purpose; a vendue.

noun

Source: webster1913