noun
winner
Someone or something that wins.
The winner of the race receives a gold medal.
Etymology
Win developed from striving into gaining victory. The agent ending identifies the person or thing attaining that victory.
More examples
- Her apple pie is the winner of the baking contest.
- Each raffle winner gets a free dinner.
- The winners of tonight's games advance to the finals.
Forms
winner · winners
win verb — To succeed in a contest or competition.
Similar words
- victor
- More formal; often describes someone who defeats an opponent.
- champion
- Usually wins a title or tournament, not just one contest.