Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
defending-champion
noun
/dɪˈfɛndɪŋ ˈʧæmpɪən/
Definition
The reigning champion in a competition who is attempting to retain their title.
Examples
- The defending champion in the tennis tournament put on an impressive display of skill.
- As the defending champion, she had high expectations to meet this year.
- The football team is the defending champion, having won the last three seasons in a row.
Meaning
A defending champion is a title held by the person or team that won a previous competition and is now competing to win again.
Synonyms
- reigning champion
- title holder
- current champion
