An ongoing winner in a game or contest. Example: The defending champion is expected to defeat his challenger.
Someone who is chosen to represent a group of people in a contest. Example: Barcelona is eligible to play in FIFA Club World Cup as the champion of Europe.
Someone who fights for a cause or status. Example: champion of women's suffrage
Someone who fights on another's behalf. Example: champion of the poor
To promote, advocate, or act as a champion for (a cause, etc.).
To challenge.
Acting as a champion; that has defeated all one's competitors.
Excellent; beyond compare.
(predicative) Excellent; brilliant; superb; deserving of high praise. Example: "That rollercoaster was champion," laughed Vinny.
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