victor

vic·tor

the winner in a battle, struggle, etc.

Origin of victor

Middle English from Classical Latin from past participle of vincere, to conquer from Indo-European base an unverified form weik-, vigorous or hostile display of force from source Old High German wic, battle, Old English wigan, to fight

victorious

Victor

a masculine name: dim. Vic; fem. Victoria

Origin of Victor

L: see victor

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victor

noun

One who defeats an adversary; the winner in a fight, battle, contest, or struggle.

Origin of victor

Middle English from Old French victeur from Latin victor from victus past participle of vincere to conquer ; see weik-³ in Indo-European roots.

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Noun

(plural victors)

The winner in a fight or contest.
The letter V in the ICAO spelling alphabet.

Origin

Borrowed from Latin victor (“a conqueror").

Proper noun

A male given name.
A city in Colorado
A city in Idaho
A town in Iowa
A CDP in Montana
A town in New York

Origin

From a Late Latin personal name Victor, borne by several saints, from victor (“conqueror").

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Victor wanted them all there for a reason.
She was the victor of Vegas to the tune of three hundred dollars, and called to invite Fred out to spend the spoils.
Connor obeyed, and as Victor made a move toward him, Jackson blocked him, allowing him to scurry to safety.
I guess… but now, knowing you're safe from Victor, it was well worth it.
What did happen to a weapon after a victor won his war?

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