award meaning and definition

AWARD noun

Definition of award (noun)

1. a grant made by a law court
   • "he criticized the awarding of compensation by the court"
   • synonyms: awarding
2. a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
   • "an award for bravery"
   • synonyms: accolade, honor, honour, laurels
3. something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery
   • "the prize was a free trip to Europe"
   • synonyms: prize

AWARD verb

Definition of award (verb)

1. give, especially as an honor or reward
   • "bestow honors and prizes at graduation"
   • synonyms: present
2. give as judged due or on the basis of merit
   • "the referee awarded a free kick to the team"; "the jury awarded a million dollars to the plaintiff";"Funds are granted to qualified researchers"
   • synonyms: grant