reward

US /rɪˈwɔrd/

UK /rɪ'wɔ:d/

A2

verb

  • To give something because of someone's good work
  • To give someone money for helping the police
  • to give someone a reward

noun

  • Money given for information about criminals

Examples

Give yourself some time off as a reward.

Her efforts were justly rewarded with a British Empire Medal.