blue ribbon

/bluː ˈrɪbən/
adjective
  1. Of the highest quality or standard; first-rate or award-winning.
    • The bakery won a blue-ribbon award for its apple pie at the county fair.
    • She gave a blue-ribbon performance in the school play.
    • The restaurant is known for its blue-ribbon service and delicious food.
  2. Referring to a panel or committee composed of highly qualified or expert members.
    • A blue-ribbon panel of scientists reviewed the research findings.
    • The mayor appointed a blue-ribbon committee to investigate the issue.
    • The company formed a blue-ribbon task force to improve safety.
noun
  1. A blue ribbon, especially one awarded as a first prize in a competition.
    • He earned a blue-ribbon for his science project.
    • The horse won a blue-ribbon at the state fair.
    • She proudly displayed her blue-ribbon on the mantelpiece.
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