Award Definition & Meaning

award
noun
  1. a grant made by a law court; "he criticized the awarding of compensation by the court"
  2. a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery"
  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"
verb
  1. give, especially as an honor or reward; "bestow honors and prizes at graduation"
  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"

"Award" in song lyrics

See how award is used in real songs:

  • "With a siphon to lure out a prize and award"
    Aesop Rock — None Shall Pass
  • "I thought I knew it all, but then I got the stupid award"
    Apocalipps — Life Goes On
  • "They gotta have a trophy, they gotta have an award."
    Apollo Brown & O.C. — Trophies

Usage tips for "award"

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