plural trophies
Definition of trophy
(Entry 1 of 2)
1 : something gained or given in victory or conquest especially when preserved or mounted as a memorial
2a : a memorial of an ancient Greek or Roman victory raised on the field of battle or on the nearest land for a naval victory
b : a representation of such a memorial (as on a medal) also : an architectural ornament representing a group of military weapons
3 : a game animal or fish suitable for mounting as a trophy
—usually used attributively
4 : one that is prized for qualities that enhance prestige or social status
—usually used attributivelya trophy wifea trophy house
-trophy
noun combining formDefinition of -trophy (Entry 2 of 2)
: nutrition : nurture : growth
dystrophy
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The first known use of trophy was in the 15th century
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