winnings
UK: ˈwɪnɪŋz | US: ˈwɪnɪŋz
n. money or prizes earned through a victory, competition, or gambling
The word "winnings" derives from the verb "win," which traces back to Old English winnan ("to labor, strive, conquer"). The suffix "-ing" forms the present participle, indicating the action or result of winning, while the plural "-s" marks it as a countable noun. Historically, "win" evolved from a broader sense of struggle to its modern meaning of achieving victory, especially in games or contests. The plural form "winnings" specifically refers to the tangible rewards (e.g., money) gained from such successes.
She donated all her casino winnings to charity.
His racing winnings totaled over $50,000 last year.
The lottery winnings were split among five coworkers.
They celebrated their poker winnings with a lavish dinner.
The team’s tournament winnings funded new equipment.