Oscar
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Definition
- Noun:
- An annual award for achievements in motion picture production and performance: "Oscar" refers to the gold statuette awarded annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) to recognize excellence in cinematic achievements.
- The statuette itself: "Oscar" can also refer to the physical award, a gold-plated statuette depicting a knight holding a crusader's sword.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- She won an Oscar for Best Actress.
- The film received ten Oscar nominations.
- He proudly displayed his Oscar on the mantelpiece.
Advanced Usage
- "to win an Oscar": to receive the award.
- The director finally won an Oscar after years of brilliant work.
- "Oscar-worthy": (adjective) deserving of an Oscar; of exceptional quality.
- Her performance was truly Oscar-worthy.
- "Oscar buzz": (noun) the speculation and excitement surrounding a film or performance considered a likely contender for an Oscar.
- There's a lot of Oscar buzz around that independent film.
Variants and Related Words
- Academy Award: (noun) the official name for the Oscar.
- The terms "Oscar" and "Academy Award" are used interchangeably.
- Oscar nominee: (noun) a person or film nominated for an Oscar.
- All the Oscar nominees attended the ceremony.
Synonyms
- Academy Award: The formal name for the Oscar.
- Statuette: A small statue or figurine, which describes the physical form of the award.
Related Phrases
- "The Oscars": (noun, plural) the annual awards ceremony itself.
- We're watching The Oscars on television tonight.
- "Oscar night": (noun) the evening on which the awards ceremony is held.
- Hollywood prepares for the glamour of Oscar night.
Related Idioms
- "Pulling an Oscar": (informal) delivering an exceptionally dramatic or impressive performance, often in an exaggerated or insincere manner.
- He was really pulling an Oscar when he explained why he was late.
Noun
- an annual award by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for achievements in motion picture production and performance