champ

Informal title holder

Champ works two ways.

As a noun, it's an informal shortening of champion: the reigning champ, a champ at solving puzzles.

The verb champ means to bite or chew noisily, especially with impatience—horses champ at the bit, and people champ at the bit when eager to get started.

The spelling chomp has largely displaced this verb sense.

winner

victor

One who defeats opponents

conquerorVictor who takes control
titleholderOne who holds a championship
medalistCompetition award recipient

prizewinner · record-holder · number-one · undefeated · topper · vanquisher · defending · reigning · undisputed · heavyweight

bite

chomp

Loud, vigorous mouthwork

munchTo gnaw steadily
gnawBite repeatedly at
chewGrind with teeth

crunch · nibble · grind · teeth · jaw · masticate · devour · gobble · rend · incisors

competition

tournament

Multi-round competitive event

titleFormal honorific or name
trophyAward for winning
medalMetal honor token

crown · victory · triumph · glory · conquest · rivalry · opponent · challenger · contender · finalist

endearment

buddy

Informal term for companion

palClose trusted companion
sportCompetitive physical activity
kiddoAffectionate term for youth

tiger · slugger · son · fella · bucko · mate · friend · dear · lad · junior

eager

impatient

Unwilling to wait

restlessUnable to be still
eagerIntensely wanting something
anxiousTroubled by uncertainty

antsy · raring · itching · straining · agitated · fidgety · keyed-up · waiting · anticipation · readiness

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