parlayed

par·lay

P p

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [pahr-ley, -lee]
- /ˈpɑr leɪ, -li/
- /ˈpɑː.li/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [pahr-ley, -lee]
- /ˈpɑr leɪ, -li/

Definitions of parlayed word

verb with object parlayed to bet or gamble (an original amount and its winnings) on a subsequent race, contest, etc. 1
verb with object parlayed Informal. to use (one's money, talent, or other assets) to achieve a desired objective, as spectacular wealth or success: He parlayed a modest inheritance into a fortune. 1
noun parlayed a bet of an original sum and the subsequent winnings. 1

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Origin of parlayed

First appearance:

before 1820

One of the 38% newest English words

1820-30, Americanism; alteration of earlier paroli < French < Neapolitan Italian, plural of parolo, perhaps derivative of paro equal < Latin pār; see pair

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Parts of speech for Parlayed

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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parlayed popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 69% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 60% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for parlayed

verb parlayed

consulted — to seek advice or information from; ask guidance from: Consult your lawyer before signing the contract.
got — a simple past tense and past participle of get.
wagered — something risked or staked on an uncertain event; bet: to place a wager on a soccer match.

All 3 Synonyms of parlayed