champion
champion Lexical Profile
champion Game Scores & Validity
• noun
A person, team, or animal that has defeated all rivals in a competition, tournament, or championship.
"She became the youngest tennis champion in the history of the tournament."
A person who vigorously supports, defends, or fights for a cause, principle, or another person.
"Throughout her career, she was a tireless champion of public education and literacy."
A combatant or knight who fought in single combat on behalf of a monarch, noble, or cause (historical).
"In medieval trials by combat, a noblewoman could appoint a skilled champion to represent her in the lists."
• verb
To vigorously support, defend, or advocate for a cause, proposal, or group of people.
"The senator has long championed legislation to protect endangered wetlands."
• adjective
Having won first place in a competition, or surpassing all rivals in quality or performance.
"The champion chess player defeated three grandmasters in a single afternoon."
British Splendid, first-rate, or excellent (used especially in northern English and Australian informal speech).
"That was a champion meal you cooked for everyone tonight."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the 13th century from Old French champion, from Late Latin campio ('gladiator, combatant in the field'), ultimately derived from Latin campus ('open field, military exercise ground').