Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
winning-bidder
Noun
/ˈwɪnɪŋ ˈbɪdər/

Definition
A winning bidder refers to an individual or entity that has submitted the highest bid in an auction, thereby securing the right to purchase the item or property being auctioned.

Examples
- The winning bidder will be announced after the auction concludes.
- As the winning bidder, she was thrilled to acquire the vintage car.
- The winning bidder must make a payment within 24 hours of the auction’s end.

Meaning
The term describes the person or organization that ultimately wins an auction by offering the most money for the item being sold.

Synonyms
- successful bidder
- top bidder
- winning offeror