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medal
[ med-l ]
noun
- a flat piece of metal, often a disk but sometimes a cross, star, or other form, usually bearing an inscription or design, issued to commemorate a person, action, or event, or given as a reward for bravery, merit, or the like:
a gold medal for the best swimmer.
- a similar object bearing a religious image, as of a saint:
a Saint Christopher's medal.
verb (used with object)
- to decorate or honor with a medal.
verb (used without object)
- to receive a medal, especially in a sporting event:
He medaled in three of four races.
medal
/ mɪˈdælɪk; ˈmɛdəl /
noun
- a small flat piece of metal bearing an inscription or image, given as an award or commemoration of some outstanding action, event, etc
verb
- tr to honour with a medal
- informal.intr (in sport) to win a medal
Derived Forms
- medallic, adjective
Other 51Թ Forms
- ܲ·a adjective
- ܲ·a adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of medal1
Example Sentences
Even with four NBA titles, two Olympic gold medals, and a scoring record to his name, Mr James says his new title of "Kenbassador" hits differently—because it's about more than basketball.
Olympics will be the first Games in history that will feature more women than men, the International Olympic Committee announced Wednesday after approving the medal events and athletes quota for the 2028 Games.
She also took charge for the Commonwealth Games in 2022 when Knight was injured and England failed to win a medal.
LA28 has already worked with other cities to finalize venue plans outside of Los Angeles, including playing soccer medal matches at the Rose Bowl and creating multisport attractions in Long Beach and Carson.
Both the Eagles and Ward-Hibbert have a raft of domestic winners' medals, but winning a European trophy is a new frontier, and they are determined to add to their legacy.
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