Stake

A stake is a large wooden or metal implement designed to be driven into the ground and may refer to:

==Tools== Archer's stake, a defensive stake carried by medieval longbowmen Survey stakes, markers used by surveyors Sudis (stake) (Latin for "stake"), a fortification carried by Roman legionaries Torture stake, a method of execution similar to crucifixion, tying or nailing the victim to an upright pole in lieu of a cross Stake, a specialized, polished, anvil-like tool used for metalworking such as planishing Steel fence post, a kind of stake Side stakes used on flatcars etc