Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
medal-winner
noun
/ˈmɛd.əl ˈwɪn.ər/
Definition
A person who has been awarded a medal for achieving a certain level of success in a competition or an event.
Examples
- The Olympic medal-winner celebrated with her team after the race.
- As a medal-winner, he was invited to speak at the award ceremony.
- Many medal-winners credit their success to hard work and dedication.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who has excelled in a contest, often in sports or academics, and has received a medal as a mark of their achievement.
Synonyms
- champion
- winner
- prizewinner
- laureate
