Emmys

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. Awards recognizing excellence in television production; prestigious honors given annually to outstanding achievements in various categories of TV programming; trophies symbolizing high professional distinction in the television industry
2. Ceremonial prizes awarded to individuals or programs demonstrating superior quality in television; accolades presented yearly for exceptional contributions to broadcast content; honors celebrating remarkable talent and creativity on television platforms
3. Honors bestowed for notable success in television craftsmanship and performance; distinguished medals granted to exemplary works in TV arts and sciences; recognition symbols for outstanding accomplishment in the TV entertainment field

Etymology: The name comes from a television camera part. The image orthicon, an early camera tube, was nicknamed "Immy" by people in the industry. When the television academy needed a name for its award, it chose a feminine version of that nickname, "Emmy," which gave the trophy a name to match its statuette, a winged woman holding an atom. The plural "emmys" is simply the regular English plural of "Emmy," used when referring to several of the awards or to the awards in general. Its origin is the same camera nickname, with the plural ending added.

Synonyms: television awards, TV awards, Emmy Awards