Definition of Achievement

A`chieve´ment   Pronunciation: ~ment
n.1.The act of achieving or performing; an obtaining by exertion; successful performance; accomplishment; as, the achievement of his object.
2.A great or heroic deed; something accomplished by valor, boldness, or praiseworthy exertion; a feat.
3.(Her.) An escutcheon or ensign armorial; now generally applied to the funeral shield commonly called hatchment.


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