awarding Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a grant made by a law court
    award.
    • he criticized the awarding of compensation by the court
  2. verb give, especially as an honor or reward
    present; award.
    • bestow honors and prizes at graduation
  3. verb give as judged due or on the basis of merit
    award; grant.
    • the referee awarded a free kick to the team
    • the jury awarded a million dollars to the plaintiff
    • Funds are granted to qualified researchers

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