- pronunciation:
- me
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
A medal is a small, flat piece of metal that someone is given because they have won a competition or done something very good or brave. A medal is often attached to a special ribbon.
Chris got a medal for winning the race.The scientist was given a medal for discovering an important new species.The soldier received a medal for saving the lives of other soldiers.
- similar words:
- award, decoration, prize
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| related words: |
trophy |
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meddle (to interfere)?
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meddle sound alike but have different meanings.