26984 words

jackpot

5 definitions • 6 examples
1
the largest prize in a competition or game:

Examples:

The jackpot was over $1 million.
2
the largest prize offered in a competition, or a prize that is added to until it is won:

Examples:

I dreamt that I won/hit the jackpot.
3
a large amount of money that you win in a game or a lottery:

Examples:

One ticket holder won a jackpot of 4.2 million euros.
4
a big unexpected success, profit, etc.:

Examples:

The new executive chairman would have to meet set targets to earn a shares jackpot.
5
to have a big success or make a lot of money, especially if this is unexpected:

Examples:

As the man with responsibility for the US economy, he had hit the jackpot with strong growth and low inflation.

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