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champion
1[ cham-pee-uhn ]
noun
- a person who has defeated all opponents in a competition or series of competitions, so as to hold first place:
the heavyweight boxing champion.
Synonyms: ,
Antonyms:
- anything that takes first place in competition:
the champion of a cattle show.
- an animal that has won a certain number of points in officially recognized shows:
This dog is a champion.
- a person who fights for or defends any person or cause:
a champion of the oppressed.
Synonyms: ,
- a fighter or warrior.
verb (used with object)
- to act as champion of; defend; support:
to champion a cause.
Synonyms: ,
- Obsolete. to defy.
adjective
- first among all contestants or competitors.
- Informal. first-rate.
Champion
2[ cham-pee-uhn ]
noun
- ҴǷ· [gou, -er], 1921–80, U.S. choreographer.
champion
/ ˈʃæɪə /
noun
- a person who has defeated all others in a competition
a chess champion
- ( as modifier )
a champion team
- a plant or animal that wins first place in a show, etc
- ( as modifier )
a champion marrow
- a person who defends a person or cause
champion of the underprivileged
- (formerly) a warrior or knight who did battle for another, esp a king or queen, to defend their rights or honour
adjective
- dialect.first rate; excellent
adverb
- dialect.very well; excellently
verb
- to support; defend
we champion the cause of liberty
Other Word Forms
- p·Dz· adjective
- p·Dz· adjective
- ԴDz·p·Dz noun
- ·p·DzԱ adjective
- ܲ·p·DzԱ adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of champion1
Word History and Origins
Origin of champion1
Example Sentences
In those circumstances, however, the French champions may just find that approach to their liking.
Unbeaten in 23 pro fights, Usyk is an Olympic gold medallist and former undisputed cruiserweight champion.
It’s the worst start ever for a reigning MLS champion.
The visit aims to highlight the importance of communities and protecting and championing the natural environment.
The second is the performance of Hamilton, which could turn into a major distraction if the seven-time champion cannot improve after three dismal races in Japan, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.
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