Definitions

1. noun

A large sum of money or a valuable prize won, especially in a lottery or a game of chance.

“She hit the jackpot and won a million-dollar prize in the state lottery.”

2. noun

A valuable or exciting opportunity, especially one that arises unexpectedly.

“The discovery of the new mineral deposit was like hitting the jackpot for the mining company.”

3. verb

To win a large sum of money or a valuable prize, especially in a lottery or a game of chance.

“The team hit the jackpot by winning the championship game.”