Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

reigning-champ

Noun
/ˈreɪnɪŋ tʃæmp/
Definition
The current holder of a championship title in a particular sport or competition.
Examples
  • The reigning-champ defended his title successfully.
  • She trained hard to become the reigning-champ in her weight class.
Meaning
A reigning champion is the individual or team that has won a title and is recognized as the best in their category during the current period.
Synonyms
  • defending champion
  • titleholder
  • current champion