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Winnie

noun
Win·nie | \ˈwi-nē \

Definition of Winnie 

: an award presented annually by a professional organization for notable achievement in fashion design

First Known Use of Winnie

circa 1944, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for Winnie

winner + -ie

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winner's circle

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winning

winning combination

winningest

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