Champ
/t͡ʃæmp/
noun
Buddy, sport, mate (as a term of address)
“Whatcha doing, champ?”
noun
An ongoing winner in a game or contest.
“The defending champion is expected to defeat his challenger.”
Someone who is chosen to represent a group of people in a contest.
“Barcelona is eligible to play in FIFA Club World Cup as the champion of Europe.”
Someone who fights for a cause or status.
“champion of women's suffrage”
Synonyms: paladin