prize money

American  

noun

1. money offered, won, or received in prizes.

2. a portion of the money realized from the sale of a prize, especially an enemy's vessel, divided among the captors.

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prize money British  

noun

1. any money offered, paid, or received as a prize

2. (formerly) a part of the money realized from the sale of a captured vessel

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Etymology

Origin of prize money

First recorded in 1740–50

Example Sentences

The move comes after a group of leading players ramped up the pressure on the Grand Slam tournaments in October over increased prize money and greater player welfare.

From BBC

Back then, there was more at stake with the nascent women's professional tour, set up by King, fighting for greater legitimacy and prize money.

From Barron's

"From boosting qualifying prize money by 55 percent since 2023 to enhancing player benefits, we're ensuring professional tennis is sustainable for all competitors," he said.

From Barron's

A second-round exit at the Worlds isn't going to help his case though, and the mega prize money on offer there means he's slipped from seventh to 11th in the world rankings.

From BBC

Back then, there was more at stake with the nascent women's professional tour, set up by King, fighting for legitimacy and prize money.

From Barron's

Related Words

• jackpot
• reward