medal

/'medl/

Thân thiện

The athlete proudly holds her gold medal on the podium.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A flat piece of metal, often shaped like a coin or disk, awarded to honor an achievement: A "medal" is a physical object, typically made of metal, that is given as a prize or recognition for success in a competition, especially in sports, or for commemorating a significant event or act of bravery.
   • A symbol of honor or distinction: The term also refers to the award itself, representing the honor bestowed upon the recipient.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • She won a gold medal in the 100-meter sprint.
  • The soldier was awarded a medal for his bravery in combat.
  • The commemorative medal was struck to mark the city's 500th anniversary.

Advanced Usage

• "The reverse of the medal" (idiom): The other, often less favorable, side of a situation or argument.
  • Success brings fame, but the reverse of the medal is the loss of privacy.
• "To medal" (verb, informal/sports context): To win a medal in a competition.
  • The team is expected to medal at the upcoming championships.

Variants and Related Words

• Medallion (noun): A large medal, or a decorative piece resembling a medal.
  • He wore a bronze medallion around his neck.
• Medalist (noun): A person who has won a medal, especially in sports.
  • She is an Olympic gold medalist.

Synonyms

• Award: A prize or other mark of recognition.
• Decoration: An award or honor, often military.
• Badge: A distinctive emblem, sometimes awarded as an honor.

Related Phrases

• Medal of Honor: The highest military decoration awarded by the United States government.
  • He received the Medal of Honor for his extraordinary valor.
• Medal ceremony: The event at which medals are awarded.
  • The medal ceremony will take place after the final race.

Học thuật

Noun

1. an award for winning a championship or commemorating some other event

Từ đồng nghĩa

• decoration
• laurel wreath
• medallion
• palm
• ribbon