ˈwinə(r) noun
( -s )
Etymology: Middle English, from winnen to win + -er — more at win
: one that wins: as
a. : one that is or will become successful especially through praiseworthy ability and hard work
b. : a victor especially in games and sports
c. : one that brings victory
d. : one that wins admiration
a real winner is her day costume — Lois Long
e. : faceman
f. : a card that wins a trick or may be expected to win a trick : playing trick