'award' definitions:

Definition of 'award'

(from WordNet)
noun
A grant made by a law court; "he criticized the awarding of compensation by the court" [syn: award, awarding]
noun
A tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery" [syn: award, accolade, honor, honour, laurels]
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" [syn: prize, award]
verb
Give, especially as an honor or reward; "bestow honors and prizes at graduation" [syn: award, present]
verb
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" [syn: award, grant]

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