winner

noun

win·​ner ˈwi-nər How to pronounce winner (audio)
: one that wins: such as
a
: one that is successful especially through praiseworthy ability and hard work
b
: a victor especially in games and sports
c
: one that wins admiration
d
: a shot in a court game that is not returned and that scores for the player making it

Examples of winner in a Sentence

The winners will receive their medals shortly. the winners and losers of the court case And the winner is…the blue team! With seconds left on the clock, she scored the winner.
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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of winner was in the 14th century

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“Winner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/winner. Accessed 8 Oct. 2024.

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winner

noun
win·​ner ˈwin-ər How to pronounce winner (audio)
: one that wins

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