medal

[ˈmeɾ.ɫ̩] [ˈmɛd.ɫ̩] [ˈmɛɾ.ɫ̩]

noun

A stamped metal disc used as a personal ornament, a charm, or a religious object.

Examples :

"The student wore a small medal as a charm on her school backpack. "

noun

A stamped or cast metal object (usually a disc), particularly one awarded as a prize or reward.

Examples :

"My son received a gold medal for winning the school science fair. "

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verb

To win a medal.

Examples :

"He medalled twice at the Olympics."

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verb

To award a medal to.

Examples :

"The school principal will medal the students who excelled in the science fair. "

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Meanings

Examples :

"The student wore a small medal as a charm on her school backpack. "

Examples :

"My son received a gold medal for winning the school science fair. "

Examples :

"He medalled twice at the Olympics."

Examples :

"The school principal will medal the students who excelled in the science fair. "

Related Words

particularly adverb

(focus) Especially, extremely.

students noun

A person who studies or learns about a particular subject.

stamped verb

To step quickly and heavily, once or repeatedly.

received verb

To take, as something that is offered, given, committed, sent, paid, etc.; to accept; to be given something.

backpack noun

A knapsack, sometimes mounted on a light frame, but always supported by straps, worn on a person’s back for the purpose of carrying things, especially when hiking, or on a student's back when carrying books.

personal noun

An advertisement by which individuals attempt to meet others with similar interests.

excelled verb

To surpass someone or something; to be better or do better than someone or something.

medalled verb

To win a medal.

student noun

A person who studies or learns about a particular subject.

principal noun

The money originally invested or loaned, on which basis interest and returns are calculated.

religious noun

A member of a religious order, i.e. a monk or nun.

ornament noun

An element of decoration; that which embellishes or adorns.