Award

/əˈwɔːd/

noun

  1. A judgment, sentence, or final decision. Specifically: The decision of arbitrators in a case submitted.

  2. The paper containing the decision of arbitrators; that which is warded.

  3. A trophy or medal; something that denotes an accomplishment, especially in a competition. A prize or honor based on merit.

verb

  1. To give by sentence or judicial determination; to assign or apportion, after careful regard to the nature of the case; to adjudge

    the arbitrators awarded damages to the complainant

  2. To determine; to make or grant an award.

  3. To give (an award).

    Four or five of these medals are awarded every year.

Synonyms: crown, bestow

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