Prizewinner
(noun)
A person who has won a prize, especially in a competition or contest.
Origin:
From the old english word pris + winner, meaning 'winner of a prize'.
Examples:
- The prizewinner was awarded a cash prize for his winning entry in the essay competition.
- The prizewinner of the cooking competition was awarded a trophy and a cooking set.
- The prizewinner of the science fair was invited to present his project at a national conference.
- The prizewinner's work was considered to be the best among all the entries in the competition.
- The prizewinner received a certificate and a plaque for his achievement in the athletic competition.