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Definition of winnings

winnings

/ˈwɪn.ɪŋz/
win · nings
Plural:winnings
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Adjective:winning
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• noun

1

Money or prizes won, especially through gambling, lotteries, or competitions.

Example

"She decided to invest her lottery winnings into a college savings fund for her children."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In reference to money or prizes gained, "winnings" is a pluralia tantum noun that is always used in the plural form and takes a plural verb.

• Rhymes for winnings

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Winnings. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/winnings
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