Word Definition

Award

  1. The paper containing the decision of arbitrators; that which is warded.
  2. A judgment, sentence, or final decision. Specifically: The decision of arbitrators in a case submitted.
  3. To give by sentence or judicial determination; to assign or apportion, after careful regard to the nature of the case; to adjudge; as, the arbitrators awarded damages to the complainant.
  4. To determine; to make an award.