The Open Dictionary

bragging rights

noun

UK/ˈbræɡ.ɪŋ ˌraɪts/
US/ˈbræɡ.ɪŋ ˌraɪts/

Definitions of bragging rights noun

  1. Plural

    The right or opportunity to speak proudly about an accomplishment due to having done something impressive.

    • After winning three games in a row, the team had some bragging rights.

    • The scientist earned bragging rights for her groundbreaking research findings.

    • The small town has bragging rights for having the best pastry chef in the region.