championship

[cham-pee-uhn-ship]

noun

1. the distinction or condition of being a champion.

   to win a championship.

2. advocacy or defense.

   championship of the underdog.

3. championships, a series of competitions or contests to determine a champion.

   the tennis championships.

championship

/ ˈtʃæmpɪənˌʃɪp /

noun

1. (sometimes plural) any of various contests held to determine a champion

2. the title or status of being a champion

3. support for or defence of a cause, person, etc

Other Word Forms

• prechampionship noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of championship¹

First recorded in 1815–25; champion + -ship

Example Sentences

It’s going to be a late night in Inglewood as these two schools vie for what could be the decisive game to determine the Bay League championship.

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But in stealing two wins at Citizens Bank Park, the Dodgers demonstrated they still have that championship something that no other team in baseball has.

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“Championship habits” is one of three pillars Redick has preached relentlessly during training camp, along with championship communication and championship shape.

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Russell 'feels ready to fight for a championship'

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Piastri's championship lead over Norris was cut to 22 points with six races to go.

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Related Words

• crown 
• showdown 
• tournament