Medal: meaning, definitions and examples
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medal
[ หmษd(ษ)l ]
award
A metal disc with an inscription or design, made to commemorate an event or awarded as a distinction to someone such as a soldier, athlete, or scholar.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He was awarded a gold medal for his outstanding performance.
- She proudly displayed her collection of Olympic medals.
- The soldier received a medal of honor for his bravery in battle.
jewelry
A piece of metal in the form of a disk, typically with a design or inscription, worn as an ornament or charm.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- She wore a medal around her neck as a symbol of her faith.
- The pendant was crafted to look like an ancient Roman medal.
Translations
Translations of the word "medal" in other languages:
๐ต๐น medalha
๐ฎ๐ณ เคชเคฆเค
๐ฉ๐ช Medaille
๐ฎ๐ฉ medali
๐บ๐ฆ ะผะตะดะฐะปั
๐ต๐ฑ medal
๐ฏ๐ต ใกใใซ
๐ซ๐ท mรฉdaille
๐ช๐ธ medalla
๐น๐ท madalya
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ฉ๋ฌ
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ูุฏุงููุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ medaile
๐ธ๐ฐ medaila
๐จ๐ณ ๅฅ็
๐ธ๐ฎ medalja
๐ฎ๐ธ medalรญa
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะผะตะดะฐะปั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ medal
๐ฒ๐ฝ medalla
Etymology
The word 'medal' originated from the Middle French word 'mรฉdaille', which in turn came from the Italian word 'medaglia'. The concept of awarding medals for achievements dates back to ancient times, with the Greeks and Romans using them to honor military victories and athletic prowess. Over the centuries, the tradition of awarding medals has evolved to include various fields such as sports, academics, and the military, symbolizing excellence and recognition.