Ante Word Meaning

Etymology:

early 19th century: from Latin, literally ‘before’

Audio Pronunciation:

Definition:

a stake put up by a player in poker or brag before receiving cards

Short Definition:

stake put up by player in poker

Examples:

• the antes were at the $10,000–$20,000 level

Audio Pronunciation:

Definition:

put up an amount as an ante in poker or brag and similar games.

Short Definition:

put up amount as ante in poker