champion (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈtʃæm.pi.ən/
Definition
A person who has defeated all opponents in a competition or election, or who is the best in a particular sport or activity.
Examples
She is the reigning world champion in tennis.
He was a champion of civil rights for many years.
The team celebrated their victory as national champions.
How to Use champion
- champion of (prepositional phrase)
- Someone who supports or fights for a particular group or idea. — "He was a champion of the working class."
- champion a cause (collocation)
- To publicly support a particular cause or policy. — "The actress championed animal welfare throughout her career."
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