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| A '''booby prize''' is a joke ], usually given in recognition of a terrible performance or a last-place finish. For instance, if there was a contest and a person scored last, he may get a joke prize such as a worthless coin. Booby prizes are sometimes coveted as an object of pride and humor. The ] |
A '''booby prize''' is a joke ], usually given in recognition of a terrible performance or a last-place finish. For instance, if there was a contest and a person scored last, he may get a joke prize such as a worthless coin. Booby prizes are sometimes coveted as an object of pride and humor. The ] references a foolish person or booby (e.g. ]). | ||
| Example: ''Bob won the booby prize in the NCAA tournament pool after his choices made a hasty exit.'' | Example: ''Bob won the booby prize in the NCAA tournament pool after his choices made a hasty exit.'' | ||
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A booby prize is a joke prize, usually given in recognition of a terrible performance or a last-place finish. For instance, if there was a contest and a person scored last, he may get a joke prize such as a worthless coin. Booby prizes are sometimes coveted as an object of pride and humor. The etymology references a foolish person or booby (e.g. booby trap).
Example: Bob won the booby prize in the NCAA tournament pool after his choices made a hasty exit.
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