Meaning & Definition of word "Champ"

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    Champ

    /tʃæmp/

    noun:

    • 1. A champion; a person who has defeated all rivals in a competition.
      • Example: After months of training, she finally became the champ of the local tennis tournament.
    • 2. One who shows superiority in a particular area.
      • Example: He was a champ in mathematics, consistently scoring the highest in his class.

    verb:

    • 1. To bite or chew on something noisily.
      • Example: The dog was champing at the bit, eager to start its walk.
    • 2. To make a sound by biting or chewing forcefully.
      • Example: The horse began to champ on the bit, signaling its readiness to move.

    Etymology

    Middle English 'champen', from Old French 'champion', also related to Latin 'campio'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    local champ:

    A person who is local champion in a specific area or field.

    close the champ:

    To succeed or excel in a situation, often unexpectedly.

    Related Words

    championship:

    The contest for the title of champion.

    champion:

    A person who fights or argues for a cause or on behalf of someone else.

    championing:

    The act of supporting or defending a cause or person.

    Slang Meanings of champ

    Meaning: An informal term for a friend or buddy.

    Example Sentence: I’m hanging out with my champs this weekend.

    Meaning: Referring to someone who is exceptionally good at something.

    Example Sentence: He's a champ at video games.