trophy

Meanings

• noun

  An award given for a victory or for winning a contest or competition.

  - "He was given a trophy for winning the marathon race."
  - "The football team received a trophy for being the champions."

• noun

  A decorative object signifying victory or commemoration.

  - "The statue is a trophy of ancient Roman victory."
  - "The soldier kept the enemy's flag as a trophy of war."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈtɹəʊfi/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=94709467"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with trophy
doughphy , lofty , cophy , tophy

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Variants

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

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Etymology

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Originally from the Greek word 'trophe', meaning 'nourishment' or 'feed'. The term was used metaphorically to represent a symbolic reward for a victory.

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Trivia

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1. The Stanley Cup is the oldest trophy in professional sports, dating back to 1892.

2. The Vince Lombardi Trophy, awarded for winning the Super Bowl, is named after the legendary Green Bay Packers coach.

3. The World Series MVP trophy is named after Christy Mathewson, a Hall of Fame pitcher and member of the New York Giants team that won the first World Series in 1905.

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Related Concepts

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1. Award: An honor or prize given to a person or group for an exceptional achievement or for winning a competition.

2. Plaque: A flat piece of material, often made of metal or wood, inscribed with an honor, award, or commemoration.

3. Medal: A circular piece of metal given as an award or decoration, often bearing an image or inscription.

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Culture

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Trophies have been used throughout history to commemorate victories and achievements in various fields such as sports, arts, education, and business. They serve as a reminder of the effort and dedication put into achieving a goal.

How to Memorize "trophy"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a large, gleaming trophy standing on a pedestal.
   - Visualize the feeling of holding a trophy aloft in victory.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'trophy' with the feeling of accomplishment.
   - Connect the word 'trophy' with the image of a victorious athlete.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Trophies Remind Athletes Of Triumphs' to remember the meaning of the word.
   - Create a mental image of a trophy to recall the definition.

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