first prize — the top award given to the winner of a competition, contest, or race
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the top award given to the winner of a competition, contest, or race
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɜːrst praɪz/
Example Sentences
- My dog won first prize at the 'ugliest dog' contest — I'm not sure if I should be proud or embarrassed.
- The first prize for the cooking competition was a trip to Paris.
- Everyone was shocked when the shyest student in class took first prize in the debate contest.
first prize
NOUN[/ˈfɜːrst praɪz/]
the top award given to the winner of a competition, contest, or race
She lifted the giant trophy after winning first prize at the science fair.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
First derives from Old English 'fyrst', meaning 'foremost' or 'earliest', from Proto-Germanic roots denoting primacy. Prize comes from Old French 'pris' (value, worth), which descended from Latin 'pretium' (price, reward). Combined, the phrase denotes an award given for superior achievement.
Breakdown
first (Old English 'fyrst': foremost, earliest) + prize (Old French 'pris' from Latin 'pretium': value, reward) = the highest award or recognition for excellence.
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📝Examples
“My dog won first prize at the 'ugliest dog' contest — I'm not sure if I should be proud or embarrassed.”
“The first prize for the cooking competition was a trip to Paris.”
“Everyone was shocked when the shyest student in class took first prize in the debate contest.”
“He practiced juggling flaming torches for months, all just to win first prize at the talent show.”
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