Definition of medallionnext
as in medal
a piece of metal given in honor of a special event, a person, or an achievement the hockey team received a gold medallion at the Olympics

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Recent Examples of medallion In August, Pandora expanded its Talisman collection to include zodiac medallions, articulated rings and foundational chain necklaces. — Hedy Phillips, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026 Slate chips replace the usual bark or mulch, and layered plantings, custom window boxes and a medallion set into the rear of the fireplace show the same level of care found indoors. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026 Earn moose bucks on an educational scavenger hunt or medallion hunt, then spend your bucks on treats at participating local businesses. — Katy Spratte Joyce, Midwest Living, 22 Aug. 2026 Sun Devil Necklace A reversible medallion in gold or silver that flips from pitchfork to ASU, because school spirit should work both ways. — Trisha Easto, AZCentral.com, 14 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for medallion
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medal
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  • Indian cricketers have avoided handshakes with Pakistan players, and have refused to accept the trophy and medals from a Pakistani official at more than one tournament.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Oct. 2026
  • If there’s a medal, a trophy that goes to the winner, don’t bet on anybody else but her.
    — Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 2 Oct. 2026

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“Medallion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/medallion. Accessed 8 Oct. 2026.

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