Meaning of the word winnings in English

What does winnings mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

winnings

US /ˈwɪn.ɪŋz/
UK /ˈwɪn.ɪŋz/

Plural Noun

money won, especially by gambling or in a lottery

Example:
He spent all his lottery winnings on a new car.
The casino paid out large winnings to the lucky gambler.