trophy case

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trophy case

A school's trophy case stands in the main hallway.

Definition

Noun: A piece of furniture, typically with a glass front, designed for the storage and public exhibition of awards, medals, cups, or other symbols of achievement.

Usage

A "trophy case" is a specific type of display cabinet. Its primary function is to showcase trophies and awards in a visible and organized manner, often found in institutions like schools, sports clubs, offices, or homes.

Examples
  • The school's new trophy case in the main hallway highlights decades of academic and athletic achievements.
  • He cleaned all his soccer medals before arranging them in the trophy case.
  • The company installed a trophy case in the lobby to display its industry awards.
Advanced Usage
  • The term can be used metaphorically to describe a collection of achievements or victories.
    • Her resume is a veritable trophy case of professional accomplishments.
Variants and Related Words
  • Display case: A more general term for a cabinet with a glass front used for exhibiting objects.
  • Showcase: Similar to a display case, often used for valuable or important items.
  • Cabinet: A broader term for a piece of furniture with shelves or drawers for storage.
Synonyms
  • Display cabinet
  • Showcase
  • Awards case
Idioms
  • A trophy case (metaphorical): Used to describe an impressive record or collection of successes.
    • The veteran lawyer's office was a trophy case of won trials and legal accolades.
trophy case

A school's trophy case stands in the main hallway.

Noun
  1. a case in which to display trophies