trophy

• Objet ou distinction remis pour commémorer une victoire, une réussite ou un exploit, notamment dans les compétitions, la guerre ou la chasse.

A noun referring to an award or token given as a symbol of victory, achievement, or success, often in war, hunting, or competition.

1. Award for victoryA2formal

   An object given as a prize for winning a competition, race, or contest.

   Trophée (récompense de victoire)

   • He won a gold trophy in the swimming championship.
   • The team proudly displayed their trophy in the cabinet.
   • She received a trophy for her outstanding performance.

   Synonymesaccoladeawardcuphonorlaurelmedalplaqueprize

2. Spoils of war or huntingB2formal

   A memento or token taken from a defeated enemy or a hunted animal, often displayed as a symbol of success.

   Butin de guerre ou de chasse

   • The hunter kept the antlers as a trophy from his expedition.
   • Ancient warriors often collected trophies from their enemies.
   • The museum displayed war trophies from the ancient battle.

   Synonymesconquestlootmementoplunderprizesouvenir

3. Symbol of achievementB1informal

   Something that serves as a symbol of success or accomplishment, not necessarily a physical object.

   Symbole de réussite

   • Getting that promotion was a real trophy for her career.
   • The award was a trophy of his years of hard work.
   • He considered the signed contract a trophy of his negotiation skills.

   Synonymesaccoladeawardbadgedistinctionhonorlaurelprizerecognitiontestamenttoken