medalist

noun

med·​al·​ist ˈme-dᵊl-ist How to pronounce medalist (audio)
variants or medallist
Synonyms of medalistnext
1
: a designer, engraver, or maker of medals
2
: a recipient of a medal as an award

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Huston, a 10-time Summer X Games street gold medalist, competed Saturday as part of the inaugural X Games League format, representing Team New York. Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 28 June 2026 The three-time Olympic gold medalist and New Balance athlete showcased metallic sandals with a caged strap aesthetic echoing gladiator shoes of Ancient Rome. Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 28 June 2026 Olympic medalist Jade Carey successfully returned to elite gymnastics at the American Classic after a two-year hiatus. Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026 Two misdemeanor drug charges against six-time Olympic medalist Bode Miller are being dismissed by prosecutors in Idaho. Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for medalist

Word History

First Known Use

1685, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of medalist was in 1685

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“Medalist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/medalist. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.

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medalist

noun
med·​al·​ist
variants or medallist
: a person who receives a medal

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