Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
world-champion
noun
/wɜːrld ˈtʃæmpɪən/

Definition
A world-champion is a person or team that has been recognized as the best in a particular sport or competition on a global scale.

Examples
- After winning the final match, she was declared the world champion in tennis.
- The team celebrated their victory as world champions in football.

Meaning
The term signifies that the individual or team has excelled at the highest level of competition, often through a series of competitions or tournaments.

Synonyms
- titleholder
- defending champion
- winner