Meaning of the word awardee in English

What does awardee mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

awardee

US /ə.wɔːrˈdiː/
UK /ə.wɔːˈdiː/

Noun

a person to whom an award is given

Example:
The Nobel Peace Prize awardee delivered a powerful speech.
Each awardee received a certificate and a medal.