SAKE


Meaning of SAKE in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' s ā k

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English, dispute, guilt, purpose, from Old English sacu guilt, action at law; akin to Old High German sahha action at law, cause, Old English s ē can to seek ― more at SEEK

Date: 13th century

1 : END , PURPOSE <for the sake of argument>

2 a : the good, advantage, or enhancement of some entity (as an ideal) <free to pursue learning for its own sake ― M. S. Eisenhower> b : personal or social welfare, safety, or benefit

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