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trophies

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈtɹoʊfiz// UK //tɹˈəʊfiz// tro·phies

n. prizes like cups or statues that you get for winning a competition or doing something great. People often display them on shelves to show their success.

n. decorative objects, such as cups or plaques, awarded as prizes for a victory or achievement. Often used metaphorically to describe items kept as evidence of success or conquest.


SIMPLE

The team won three trophies this season.

CONTEXTUAL

After winning the regional championship, the players proudly displayed their gold trophies in the school's main hallway.

COMPLEX

The museum's collection includes ancient silver trophies awarded to athletes during the early games, serving as a testament to the long history of competitive sports.

Synonyms
Usage

Plural form of 'trophy'. Often used as a modifier in compound nouns like 'trophy cabinet' or 'trophy wife'.

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