0 a round piece of metal given as a reward or prize -- medalje [ masculine ]
1 a piece of metal with a design, inscription etc stamped on it, given as a reward for bravery, long service, excellence etc, or made to celebrate a special occasion -- medalje
a bronze/silver/gold medal
He won a medal in the War.
The minting of ' a million millions ' of miraculous medals in a few years would surely be itself a miracle.
Their anti-slavery sentiments were articulated through the books and pamphlets, prints and medals, tea sets and cameos which were so effectively produced and marketed by abolitionists.
If a member can produce 12 silver medals, he will be entertained at the expense of the society, and a wreath will be placed around his neck.
Awards and medals for battles and operations which took place during the second world war were examined in detail in 1946.
The medals and clasps awarded since the end of the war of 1939–45 have been as below.
Once medals are issued you cannot get them back without loss and delay if they are to have their clasps added.
I was not referring to the honorary gifts of medals.
Unlike the first world war, when medals were automatically issued to enlisted service men, following world war two, all ranks had to apply.
