"To present an award" means to publicly give recognition or praise to someone for their achievements or accomplishments.
Sentences with «to present an award»
Traditionally, the previous year's winner for best actor presents the award for best actress. (vanityfair.com)
A select panel of 30 active and retired design heads of automotive manufacturers and transportation design chairs from top art schools present the awards in seven categories. (wheels.ca)
The actress also presented an award on stage that evening. (justjared.com)