Trophy (noun)

1. A cup, medal or other decorative object awarded as a prize to the winner of a competition.
2. An object or body part taken from an animal or enemy as a token of victory or success.
3. Something that is a symbol of victory or achievement.

Origin:

Derived from the greek word "trophos" meaning feeder or nourisher, which is related to "trophe" meaning food.

Examples:

1. He won first place and was awarded a trophy.
2. The team was awarded a trophy for winning the championship.
3. The hunter was proud of the trophy he had taken from the lion.
4. The company"s success was a trophy to the CEO"s leadership.
5. The scientist's discovery was a trophy to his years of research.