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| A '''booby prize''' is a joke ], usually given in recogition of a terrible performance or a last-place finish. Booby prizes are sometimes coveted as an object of pride and humor. The ] may have something to do with a group of bird species known as ]. | A '''booby prize''' is a joke ], usually given in recogition of a terrible performance or a last-place finish. Booby prizes are sometimes coveted as an object of pride and humor. The ] may have something to do with a group of bird species known as ]. For instance, if there was a contest and a person scored last, he may get a joke prize such as a worthless coin. | ||
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A booby prize is a joke prize, usually given in recogition of a terrible performance or a last-place finish. Booby prizes are sometimes coveted as an object of pride and humor. The etymology may have something to do with a group of bird species known as boobies. For instance, if there was a contest and a person scored last, he may get a joke prize such as a worthless coin.
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