putty-medal
Definition
Noun: A small or trivial reward, often given ironically or humorously for a minor task or achievement.
Usage Examples
- (A small, ironic reward for a minor task.)
- (A humorous recognition for a trivial accomplishment.)
Advanced Usage
- "to award a putty-medal": to give someone an ironic or lighthearted reward for a small effort.
- The manager awarded him a putty-medal for making the coffee. (The manager humorously recognized the minor contribution.)
Variants and Related Words
- Putty (n): a soft, pliable material used in glazing windows or filling holes. (Note: This is not a compound word with "medal"; it is a separate term.)
- Medal (n): a flat piece of metal given as an award for achievement.
Synonyms
- Trinket: a small, inexpensive ornament or reward.
- Token: a symbolic gesture or item of recognition.
- Consolation prize: a small prize given to someone who did not win but deserves recognition.
Related Idioms
A pat on the back: a gesture of praise or recognition for a minor achievement.
- He got a pat on the back for finishing the report on time. (He received simple praise.)
Small potatoes: something trivial or insignificant.
- Compared to the main project, this task is small potatoes. (It is a minor matter.)