Raffles is a plural noun referring to people who hold raffles, or to a surname. In general use, it denotes multiple raffle events or organizers, distinct from the proper noun or name, and can appear in titles or as a pluralized form in descriptions of fundraising draws. It is uncommon as a common noun outside of context, and pronunciation centers on the final -es suffix following an /-z/ or /-s/ sound depending on speaker.
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