victor

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noun

vic·​tor ˈvik-tər 

: one that defeats an enemy or opponent : winner

victor adjective

Victor

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communications code word

—used as a code word for the letter v

Synonyms

Noun

• winner
• conqueror

Examples of victor in a Sentence

Noun

the victors in the battle

the computer is usually the victor in a chess match against a human opponent

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

It’s been nearly three months since Jamal Roberts was crowned the latest American Idol winner, and he’s been busy building a real post-show career — something not every victor from the long-running series has managed. —Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2025

The city—or cities—that win will not only bring jobs and wealth but also give victors outsize influence shaping the future of both the global financial system and the fight against climate change. —Justin Worland, Time, 5 Aug. 2025

Yet plenty of big names will be departing the Causeway Coast prematurely, with 2021 victor Collin Morikawa, 2022 champion Cameron Smith and five-time major winner Brooks Koepka all falling well short of making the weekend. —Jack Bantock, CNN Money, 18 July 2025

The victor concluded his remarks with admiration for Jeopardy alums and fans. —Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 3 July 2025

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin, from vincere to conquer, win; akin to Old English wīgan to fight, Lithuanian veikti to be active

First Known Use

Noun

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Communications Code Word

1942, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing victor

• emerge the victor

Rhymes for victor

• stricter
• constrictor
• predictor
• vasoconstrictor

Kids Definition

victor

noun

vic·​tor ˈvik-tər 

: one that defeats an enemy or opponent : winner