trophy

Definition

  • noun: an object (such as a large cup or sculpture) that is given as a prize for winning a competition
  • noun: something gained or given in victory or conquest especially when preserved or mounted as a memorial
  • usually used attributively
  • synonyms: prize, memorial

Examples

  • a millionaire and his young 'trophy wife'

  • a golf/bowling 'trophy'

  • a 'trophy' case/room

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) my husband, your boss... told you to take me out and do whatever I wanted. Now I want to dance. I want to win. I want that trophy, so dance good. All right. You asked for it. Let's hear it for our first contestants. Let's meet our first (..)
    1994 Pulp Fiction
  • (..) you've all been waiting for... the world-famous Jack Rabbit Slim's Twist Contest. ED SULLIVAN: This is where one lucky couple... will win this handsome trophy that Marilyn here is holding. Now, who'll be our first contestants? Right here! - MAN: Hey, all right! (..)
    1994 Pulp Fiction