Win Definition

win
noun
  1. a victory (as in a race or other competition); "he was happy to get the win"
  2. something won (especially money)
verb
  1. be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious; "He won the Gold Medal in skating"; "Our home team won"; "Win the game"
  2. win something through one's efforts; "I acquired a passing knowledge of Chinese"; "Gain an understanding of international finance"
  3. obtain advantages, such as points, etc.; "The home team was gaining ground"; "After defeating the Knicks, the Blazers pulled ahead of the Lakers in the battle for the number-one playoff berth in the Western Conference"
  4. attain success or reach a desired goal; "The enterprise succeeded"; "We succeeded in getting tickets to the show"; "she struggled to overcome her handicap and won"

"Win" in song lyrics

See how win is used in real songs:

  • "Every time I race I cant win"
    1200 Techniques — Eye of the Storm
  • "Drop them strings and skin to win"
    2 Live Crew — Table Dance
  • "And I'm a young playa that's known to win"
    2 Low f/ Scarface — Funky Lil Brotha

Usage tips for "win"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "win" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for win to find words that pair well.

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