Meaning Of The Word Runner-up

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What's The Definition Of Runner-up?

runner-up
countable noun: A runner-up is someone who has finished in second place in a race or competition.

runner-up in American English
a person or team that finishes second in a race, contest, tournament, etc.
noun: the competitor, player, or team finishing in second place, as in a race, contest, or tournament

runner-up in British English
noun: a contestant finishing a race or competition in second place

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