challenger
Americannoun
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a person or thing that challenges.
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Boxing. a boxer who fights a champion for his championship title.
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Radio. interrogator.
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U.S. Aerospace. none Challenger the second space shuttle to orbit and return to earth: exploded 1½ min. after launch on Jan. 28, 1986, causing the death of all seven on board.
Other Word Forms
- nonchallenger noun
Etymology
Origin of challenger
Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300; challenge, -er 1
Example Sentences
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Hawaii’s law requires authorization to “enter,” and the challengers say it applies to parking lots: “That prohibition bars any entry, even in a vehicle and even for the purpose of asking permission.”
As attorneys presented their closing arguments Wednesday in a Los Angeles courtroom, District Court Judge Jeanette Staton reminded prosecutors that the burden was on the challengers of the map to prove racial intent.
From Los Angeles Times
He has become the main challenger to President Yoweri Museveni, 81, who has been in power for 40 years and is the only president most Ugandans have known.
From Barron's
The challenger's rallies have drawn larger crowds than many expected.
From Barron's
Van Graan's side are tipped to be challengers for this year's competition and will be firm favourites to win Pool 2 at home.
From BBC
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