award

legalA judgment, sentence, or final decision. Specifically: The decision of arbitrators in a case submitted.

legalThe paper containing the decision of arbitrators; that which is warded.

academiaFunding that has been granted for the conduct of a research project.

A trophy or medal; something that denotes an accomplishment, especially in a competition. A prize or honor based on merit.

Australianzindustrial relationsA negotiated set of employment conditions and minimum wages for a particular trade or industry; an industrial award.

A grant made by a law court

“he criticized the awarding of compensation by the court”

A tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

“an award for bravery”

Something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery

“the prize was a free trip to Europe”

To determine; to make or grant an award.

To give (an award).

“Four or five of these medals are awarded every year.”

To give (a person) an award.

“He was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature.”

legalTo give by sentence or judicial determination; to assign or apportion, after careful regard to the nature of the case.

“the arbitrators awarded damages to the complainant”

Give, especially as an honor or reward

“bestow honors and prizes at graduation”

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”