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accolade

Pronunciation: /ˈakəleɪd, ˌakəˈleɪd/

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Definition of accolade

noun

1an award or privilege granted as a special honour or as an acknowledgement of merit:the hotel has won numerous accolades
an expression of praise or admiration: poignant accolades and urgent testimonials of thanks

2a touch on a person’s shoulders with a sword at the bestowing of a knighthood.

Origin:

early 17th century: from French, from Provençal acolada, literally 'embrace around the neck (when bestowing knighthood)', from Latin ad- 'at, to' + collum 'neck'