noun Uncommon

awarding

Awarding (noun) means the act of officially giving or granting something, such as a prize or contract. Example: “The awarding of the contract took months of negotiation.”

noun

The act of officially giving or granting something, such as a prize or contract.

"The awarding of the contract took months of negotiation."

How to use awarding

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In plain EnglishThe act of handing out an award, prize, or contract.

Word forms

awardings plural

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Frequently asked questions

What does “awarding” mean?

The word “awarding” means the act of officially giving or granting something, such as a prize or contract. In plain terms, the act of handing out an award, prize, or contract.

How do you use “awarding” in a sentence?

Here is “awarding” used in a sentence: “The awarding of the contract took months of negotiation.”

What part of speech is “awarding”?

“Awarding” is a noun.

Is “awarding” a common word?

“Awarding” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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