The Lottery Flashcards
1
Q
lottery
A
a gambling game or method of raising money, as for some public charitable purpose, in which a large number of tickets are sold and a drawing is held for certain prizes.
s: raffe
2
Q
paraphernalia
A
miscellaneous articles, especially the equipment needed for a particular activity.
s:equipment
3
Q
tradition
A
the transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation, or the fact of being passed on in this way.
s:heritage
4
Q
ritual
A
a religious or solemn ceremony consisting of a series of actions performed according to a prescribed order.
s:ceremony
5
Q
perfunctory
A
(of an action or gesture) carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection.
s:cursory
