the highest award or distinction, as the first prize in a contest

His entry at the state fair won a blue ribbon.

a blue ribbon worn as a badge of honor, esp. by members of the Order of the Garter of the British knighthood.

( initial capital letters ) Also, British , Blue Ribband. (formerly) a prize awarded to an ocean liner making the fastest recorded trip across the Atlantic Ocean between Ambrose Lightship and Bishop Rock.

a badge used by some temperance organizations to indicate a pledge of abstinence from alcohol.

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award , championship , cordon bleu , crown , cup , decoration , first prize , laurels , palms , trophy , victory