noun The winner of a competition, especially the current title-holder.
- She became the world champion after three grueling rounds.
- The reigning champion defended his title against a tough challenger.
- The chess champion shook hands with every player at the end of the tournament.
noun A person who strongly supports or fights for a cause.
- She has long been a champion of affordable housing in the city.
- He is a champion of free libraries and visits schools to speak.
- As a champion of animal welfare, she runs a rescue center.
verb To actively support, promote, or advocate for something.
- The senator championed reforms to the healthcare system.
- The teacher championed the idea of a new reading garden for pupils.
- Local groups have championed cleaner streets for many years.
adj Excellent or first-rate.
- That was a champion effort from the whole team.
- We had a champion holiday by the sea last summer.
- My gran makes a champion apple pie every autumn.
