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award
noun
verb
a grant made by a law court
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əˈwɔːd
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noun
a grant made by a law court
“he criticized the awarding of compensation by the court”
noun
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
“an award for bravery”
noun
something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery
“the prize was a free trip to Europe”
verb
give, especially as an honor or reward
“bestow honors and prizes at graduation”
verb
give as judged due or on the basis of merit
“the referee awarded a free kick to the team”
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Example Sentences
he criticized the awarding of compensation by the court
an award for bravery
the prize was a free trip to Europe
bestow honors and prizes at graduation
the referee awarded a free kick to the team
the jury awarded a million dollars to the plaintiff
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