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sake

1. sake \'sa-k\ n [ME, dispute, guilt, purpose, fr. OE sacu guilt, action 
   at law; akin to O]HG sahha action at law, cause, OE se-can to seek - more 
   at SEEK 1: END, PURPOSE {for the ~ of argument}  2a: GOOD, ADVANTAGE  2b: 
   personal or social welfare, safety, or benefit {died for the ~  of his 
   country}
2. sa.ke or sa.ki \'sa:k-e-\ n [Jap sake] : a Japanese alcoholic beverage 
   of fermented rice usu. served hot