trophies

Meanings

• noun

  Objects or awards, typically in the form of statues, given for victory or success in a competitive activity.

• noun

  A collection of such objects, often displayed as a sign of achievement.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with trophies
toies , joies , voies , noies

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Variants

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trophied , trophies , trophy , trophying , -trophies , -trophy

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'trophimakos', meaning 'nourisher' or 'feeder'. Trophies were originally given as a symbol of the victory feast.

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Trivia

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1. The Stanley Cup is one of the most famous trophies in sports, awarded annually to the National Hockey League champion.

2. The World Series MVP award is presented with a silver trophy called the 'Edward J. Robinson Trophy'.

3. The Oscar statuette, given for achievements in film, is officially called the 'Academy Award of Merit' but is commonly referred to as an 'Oscar'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Award: An object given in recognition of merit or achievement.

2. Plaque: A flat piece of material with an inscription or design, often used as a commemorative marker.

3. Statue: A three-dimensional representation of a person or thing, often used as a symbol or monument.

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Culture

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In literature, trophies are often used as symbols of victory and achievement. In art, they are depicted as statues or plaques commemorating a victory or accomplishment. In music, there are songs and albums titled 'Trophies'.

How to Memorize "trophies"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, ornate statue or plaque, often made of metal or stone, that represents a victory or achievement. Visualize the details of the design, the material, and the size.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'trophies' with the idea of victory or achievement. Think of a sports team celebrating their championship win with a trophy.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'TROPHIES' to remember the definition: 'T' for Trophies, 'R' for Representing, 'O' for Objects, 'P' for Prizes, 'H' for Honors, 'I' for Inscriptions, 'E' for Earned, 'S' for Symbols.

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