prize-taking

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See also: prizetaking

English

Etymology

From prize +‎ taking.

Noun

prize-taking (uncountable)

  1. (dated, nautical) The capturing of an enemy ship at sea; this results in a payment to all hands from the Admiralty.
  2. The winning of a prize in a competition.

Adjective

prize-taking

  1. That wins prizes (used especially of livestock).