champ

champ · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    (Informal) A champion; a winner.

  2. 2.

    To bite or chew noisily or impatiently.

  3. 3.

    (Informal) A term of endearment or encouragement, especially for a child.

Forms

plural: champs

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    champ at the bit — to be eager or impatient to do something
  • •
    chomping at the bit — (variant) eager to begin

Related words

Antonyms: loser
See also: bite, champion, winner
Synonyms: champion, victor, winner

Etymology

As a noun, shortened form of champion. As a verb, probably imitative of the sound of chewing.