noun
award for distinguished service; meritorious service award
A prize or recognition given for long-term contributions and achievements, often in professional, organizational, or public service contexts.
彼は長年の研究が評価され、功労賞を受賞した。
He received an award for distinguished service in recognition of his many years of research.
功績賞 is a more general 'achievement award', while 功労賞 specifically emphasizes long-term service and contributions.
Compound of 功労 (meritorious service) and 賞 (prize, award).