prize money
Americannoun
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money offered, won, or received in prizes.
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a portion of the money realized from the sale of a prize, especially an enemy's vessel, divided among the captors.
noun
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any money offered, paid, or received as a prize
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(formerly) a part of the money realized from the sale of a captured vessel
Etymology
Origin of prize money
First recorded in 1740–50
Example Sentences
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In most of the events, the players compete as both individuals and on teams of four, with some prize money awarded to both competitions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
Her winning partner Alakai, 30, is also putting business before pleasure with his $50,000 in prize money.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 29, 2026
Police say this cash funds the prize money and covers expenses, such as a pool of vehicles and even court costs in case the hare coursers are raided.
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
For qualifying for the Round of 16, the U.S. will be awarded $16 million in prize money, but by rule, that money must be split with the U.S. women’s team.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 17, 2026
She was determined to win the prize money: a hundred dollars!
From "The Lemonade War" by Jacqueline Davies
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