Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
defend-a-championship
verb phrase
/dɪˈfɛnd ə ˈtʃæmpɪənʃɪp/
Definition
To compete in a sports event in order to retain a title that was previously won.
Examples
- The boxer will defend his championship title next month.
- After winning the tournament, she is excited to defend her championship in the upcoming season.
- The team worked hard all year to defend their championship title at the league finals.
Meaning
The act of fighting or competing to keep a championship title from being won by others.
Synonyms
- retain a title
- hold a championship
- protect a title
