Runner-up Definition

rŭnər-ŭp
runners-up
noun
runners-up
A person or team that finishes second in a race, contest, tournament, etc.
Webster's New World
Any of those finishing behind the winner but in positions of contention.
Webster's New World
Second favorite.
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Noun

Singular:
runner-up
Plural:
runner-ups, runners-up

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