cham·pi·on Pronunciation: \ˈcham-pē-ən\ Function: noun Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Medieval Latin campion-, campio, of West Germanic origin; akin to Old English cempa warrior Date: 13th century 1 : warrior, fighter 2 : a militant advocate or defender 3 : one that does battle for another’s rights or honor 4 : a winner of first prize or first place in competition; also [...]







