sake

sake · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    For the purpose or benefit of someone or something.

  2. 2.

    Used in exclamations expressing annoyance.

Forms

plural: sakes

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    for the sake of — For the purpose of; for the benefit of.
  • •
    for old times' sake — Because of memories of past good times.

Related words

See also: benefit, cause, purpose
Synonyms: benefit, purpose

Etymology

From Old English sacu ("strife, lawsuit, cause"), related to seek.