An
award is something given to a person, a group of people, or an organization to recognize their
excellence in a certain field; a certificate of excellence. Awards are often signified by
trophies,
titles, ,
commemorative plaques,
medals,
badges,
pins, or
ribbons. An award may carry a monetary prize given to the recipient; for example, the
Nobel Prize for contributions to society or the
Pulitzer Prize for literary achievements. An award may also simply be a public of excellence, without any tangible or
prize.