awarding
|a-ward-ing|
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/əˈwɔrdɪŋ/
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/əˈwɔːdɪŋ/
(award)
to give as a reward
Etymology
'award' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'awarden', where the elements consisted of a- (a verbal prefix) and 'ward' (from Old English/Germanic roots meaning 'turn' or 'regard').
'award' changed from the Middle English verb 'awarden' (meaning to consider, give) and developed into the modern English verb 'award' with the sense of formally giving or granting.
Initially, it could carry senses related to 'considering' or 'turning attention to' a matter; over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to give or grant (formally)'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act or process of giving or granting something officially (e.g., the awarding of prizes or contracts).
The awarding of the contract was announced yesterday.
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Verb 1
present participle or gerund form of 'award': to give or grant something (such as a prize, contract, or title) officially to someone.
The committee is awarding the scholarship to the student for her outstanding project.
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Adjective 1
used as a participial adjective to describe something that gives or grants (often used attributively, e.g., an awarding body).
The awarding committee announced the winners this morning.
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Last updated: 2025/12/04 09:14