An award is something given to a person or group of people to recognize excellence in a certain field. Awards are often objects, for example trophies, certificates, or plaques but they do not have to be. An award can simply be the public acknowledgment of excellence.
One common type of award is the 'employee of the month.' award, in which typically the recipients' names are listed in a prominent place in the business for that month.
Lifetime achievement awards
A lifetime achievement award is an award given to an individual to honor his or her life-long contributions. Many organizations give out such awards, including entertainment, sports, academia, and charity.
Awards can be given by any person or institution, although the prestige of an award may depend on the status of the awarder.
One common type of award in the United States is the employee of the month award, in which typically the recipients' names are listed in a prominent place in the business for that month.