Meaning & Definition
noun
A competition to determine a champion in a particular sport or activity.
The athletes trained hard for the upcoming championship.
The title or status of being a champion.
She won the championship in her weight class for three consecutive years.
A series of contests held to determine a winner.
The championship will be held over the next three weekends.
The act of supporting or advocating for someone or something.
His championship of the environmental cause earned him respect.
Etymology
Derived from 'champion' + '-ship', where 'champion' comes from Latin 'campionem', meaning 'a fighter or warrior'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
world championship:
A global competition to determine the best in a particular sport or discipline.
national championship:
A competition within a country to determine the best.
local championship:
A competition on a regional or community level.
Slang Meanings
Champs
We're heading to the champs this weekend to watch the finals.
Title match
The title match will decide who takes home the championship belt.