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Definition of awarding - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
rewardact of giving something as a prize or reward
- The awarding of medals happened at the ceremony's conclusion..
2.
legalTECH. grant made by a court of lawTECH.
- The awarding of damages was finalized by the judge.
Adjective
recognitioninvolving the act of bestowing recognition
- The awarding committee announced the winners.
Expressions with awarding
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process of giving a contract to a party
The contract awarding took place last Monday.
Origin of awarding
Old English, weardian (to guard)
Terms with awarding included in their meaning
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loyalty programs
program awarding points for customer purchases or activities
evaluation
system evaluating achievement by awarding points
sports
basketball rule awarding two free throws after team fouls
cycling
race awarding points for specific achievements
ceremony
degree-awarding ceremony in India
scouting ceremony
ceremonial area for awarding scouts
membership club
group supporting creative work, awarding pieces to members by draw
awarding
the process of awarding medals
sports
awarding five points for opponent's misconduct in rugby
Examples of awarding in a sentence
The awarding of scholarships took place in the auditorium. The awarding of the contract was delayed. His career was boosted by the awarding of the scholarship. The awarding ceremony was beautifully organized. An awarding gesture was made to honor her efforts.
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- French:remise, attribuant, ...
- German:Verleihung, verleihend, ...
- Italian:assegnazione, premiante, ...
- Spanish:entrega, de premiación, ...
- Portuguese:atribuição, de premiação, ...
- Chinese:颁奖, 颁奖的, ...
- Japanese:授与, 授賞の, ...
- Arabic:مَنْح, مانِح, ...
- Hebrew:הַעֲנָקָה, מַעֲנִיק, ...
- Russian:вручение, наградной, ...
- Ukrainian:вручення, нагороджувальний, ...
- Hindi:पुरस्कार प्रदान, पुरस्कार देने वाली, ...
Definition of award - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
achievement honorrecognition or prize for achievement
- She received an award for her outstanding performance..
2.
legalTECH. decision by a judge or arbitrator in a caseTECH.
- The final award was in favor of the plaintiff..
3.
financeRare funding granted for a research projectRare
- The university received an award to study climate change.
4.
employmentTECH. UK set of employment conditions and wagesTECH. UK
- The new award improved working conditions for the staff.
Verb
1.
recognitiongive something based on merit
- The university awarded scholarships to top students.
2.
legalTECH. grant something by judicial decisionTECH.
- The court awarded damages to the plaintiff.
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recognition or prize for achievement
Expressions with award
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formal event where awards are given
The award ceremony celebrated the best in film.
prize given to authors for outstanding literary work
The novel won the prestigious book award this year.
having won at least one important or regular award
The award-winning film received praise from critics.
receive an award for an achievement
He was thrilled to take home the award for his innovative design.
honor such as a prize or certificate given to acknowledge someone's contribution
She received a recognition award for her years of dedicated volunteer service.
prize given to writers for quality or importance of their work
She received a literary award for her debut novel.
binding decision by arbitrators stating how a dispute must be resolved
The arbitration award ordered the company to compensate the former employee.
wage determined by an industrial award
The award wage is reviewed annually by the commission.
Origin of award
Old English, weard (guardian)
Examples of award in a sentence
The award ceremony was held last night. The award was granted after months of deliberation. The judge's award was unexpected. The research team secured an award for their innovative project. An award was granted to explore renewable energy solutions. The award set new standards for employee benefits.
Negotiations led to a more favorable award for workers. The committee will award the prize next week. The foundation awarded grants to innovative projects. The judge awarded custody to the mother. The tribunal awarded compensation to the affected workers.
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- French:récompense, décerner, ...
- German:Auszeichnung, vergeben, ...
- Italian:riconoscimento, assegnare, ...
- Spanish:galardón, otorgar, ...
- Portuguese:distinção, atribuir, ...
- Chinese:奖项, 授予, ...
- Japanese:賞, 授与する, ...
- Arabic:جَائِزَة, مَنَحَ, ...
- Hebrew:פְּרָס, לְהַעֲנִיק, ...
- Russian:награда, присуждать, ...
- Ukrainian:приз, нагороджувати, ...
- Hindi:पुरस्कार, प्रदान करना, ...

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