An award is a prize people get when they do a good job or win a competition. It shows that their work is good or important.
She won an award for singing.
The school gave an award to Tom.
To award means to give someone a prize or money for a good thing they did. It is often done in a formal way.
The judge awarded him the medal.
They awarded her a scholarship.
In law, an award is a decision to give money or rights to someone after a legal case. It is like a formal payment decided by a judge.
The court made an award to the worker.
He received an award for damages.
An award can also mean money given by a group for support, like studying or art. It helps people pay for special projects.
She got an award to study abroad.
The artist received an award for her work.
To award can also mean to give legal rights or property to someone after a court decision. This is a formal action by a judge or official.
The court awarded the land to her.
He was awarded custody of his children.
In games or contests, an award can be the decision given by judges about who wins or who gets a prize. It shows who is the best.
The award went to the best player.
The referee's award was final.
To award can mean to choose someone to get a prize after looking at all options. It is to give honor or prize officially.
They awarded the prize to the best student.
The panel awarded her the top prize.
