prize money

noun

Synonyms of prize moneynext
1
: a part of the proceeds of a captured ship formerly divided among the officers and crew making the capture
2
: money offered in prizes

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If Brighton were to match Chelsea’s haul from winning the competition in 2025, that would amount to roughly £18m in prize money. — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026 The stakes are high, with victory on the track bringing in prize money and enhancing the team’s attractiveness to sponsors like Petronas and Microsoft. — Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Wimbledon’s prize money increase of 20% was greater than that of the French Open, and players did not stage a protest at the All England Lawn Tennis Club. — Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 20 Aug. 2026 Offering $1 million in prize money and a fees paid berth into the $7 million Breeders’ Cup Classic, the Pacific Classic has once again attracted a solid field of runners. — Danny Brewer, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for prize money

Word History

First Known Use

1654, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of prize money was in 1654

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