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