winwinwinswonwinningverb (wins, winning, won/, has won)1to be the best or the first in a game, race or competition: Who won the race? Tom won and I was second.oppositelose2to receive something because you did well or tried hard: I won a prize in the competition. Who won the gold medal?which word?Be careful! You earn (not win) money by working.▶ winnoun: Our team has had five wins this year.