noun
champion
CHAM-pee-un/ˈtʃæmpiən/
A winner of a competition or title.
The champion raises a trophy on the highest podium step.
Etymology
A champion was originally a fighter, including someone who fought on another’s behalf. These meanings developed into the victorious competitor and the defender or supporter of a cause.
In context
the 11th different driver to win that championship and the fourth longest career in F1 history before becoming champion
More examples
- She became the national champion.
- Several champions attended the event.
- The defending champion won again.
Forms
champion · champions
championship noun — A competition deciding a title or the title itself.
Similar words
- winner
- Anyone who wins a contest.
- titleholder
- The person currently holding a championship.