bestowal

noun (a bestowal, bestowals; also uncountable)

«bestowal» in the English dictionary: everyday — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

Everyday

(formal) The act of giving something, such as an honour, gift or title, to someone. tree →

In the lessons

A rare, formal word met in stories about kings, awards and ceremonies. It tells the reader that something special was given. Phrases: the bestowal of an honour, bestowal of a title.

Examples

The bestowal of the medal took place in the great hall. tree →
The knight knelt for the bestowal of his title. tree →
Everyone clapped at the bestowal of the award. tree →
The bestowal of gifts was part of the ceremony. tree →
The queen's bestowal of honours is a yearly event. tree →
The story ends with the bestowal of a crown. tree →
The bestowal of blessings was the last part of the service. tree →

Note

Formal and rare. Verb: bestow (to give, usually something special: bestow an honour on someone). Plain words: giving, award, presentation.

On Mova

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