CHAMPION


Meaning of CHAMPION in English

n.

Function: transitive verb

Date: 1605

1 archaic : CHALLENGE , DEFY

2 : to protect or fight for as a champion

3 : to act as militant supporter of : UPHOLD , ADVOCATE <always champion s the cause of the underdog>

synonyms see SUPPORT

Merriam Webster Collegiate English Dictionary.      Merriam Webster - Энциклопедический словарь английского языка.