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Definition of oscars

oscars

/ˈɑː.skɚz/
os · cars
Plural:oscars
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oscars Lexical Profile

oscars Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

(usually capitalized) The prestigious annual film awards and gold-plated statuettes presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, or the ceremony at which they are awarded.

Example

"The historical drama was nominated for several Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director."

2

Plural form of oscar: large, colorful South American freshwater fish of the cichlid family (Astronotus ocellatus), native to the Amazon River basin and widely kept in home aquariums, characterized by dark scales with bright orange-red markings and a prominent eyespot near the base of the tail fin.

Example

"Because oscars grow rapidly and can be territorial, they require a spacious aquarium with strong filtration."

• Nearby Words

osaka
oscar
oscar fish
oscars
oscillate
oscillation
oscilloscope

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Oscars. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/oscars
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