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    Oscar
    /ˈɒskə/

    noun

    • 1. the nickname for a gold statuette given as an Academy Award. trademark in US

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishOscar | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Oscar definition: 1. one of a set of prizes given each year in the US to the best film, the best male and female…. Learn more.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › OscarOscar Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Oscar can refer to a golden statuette for film achievement or a code word for the letter o. Learn more about the word history, usage, and related articles from Merriam-Webster.

  4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Academy_AwardsAcademy Awards - Wikipedia

    The Academy Awards, commonly known as the Oscars, are awards for artistic and technical merit for the film industry. [1][2] They are presented annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) in the United States in recognition of excellence in cinematic achievements as assessed by the Academy's voting membership. [3] .

  5. www.biography.com › why-is-the-academy-award-called-oscarWhy Is the Academy Award Nicknamed “Oscar?” - Biography

    Mar 9, 2023 · The 8.5-pound, 13.5-inch tall golden trophy is much more commonly referred to as an Oscar, a nickname so common that even the Academy adopted it as an official name in 1939. But...

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  6. www.behindthename.com › name › oscarMeaning, origin and history of the name Oscar

    Apr 23, 2024 · Oscar is a masculine name of Irish or Old English origin, possibly meaning "deer friend" or "god spear". It is also a common name in continental Europe, especially in Sweden, where it was given to the king by Napoleon.

  7. historyfacts.com › why-is-an-academy-award-called-an-oscarWhy Is an Academy Award Called an “Oscar”? - History Facts

    One of Hollywood’s most famous figures stands at just 13.5 inches tall, weighs only 8.5 pounds, and goes by just one name: Oscar. The famous golden statuette is awarded annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and is one of the highest honors in the film industry.

  8. www.britannica.com › art › Academy-AwardAcademy Award | Categories, Rules, History, & Facts

    20 hours ago · Academy Award, any of a number of awards presented annually by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, located in Beverly Hills, California, U.S., to recognize achievement in the film industry. The awards were first presented in 1929, and winners receive a gold-plated statuette commonly called Oscar.