tournament
1 of 1nouna series of sporting games in which teams or players compete against different rivals in different rounds until only one remains and that is the winner
B1Learn more on WikipediaA tournament is a competition where multiple teams or individuals compete against each other in a series of matches or rounds to determine the winner. Tournaments are usually organized in a structured format, with participants facing off in either knockout rounds, where the loser is eliminated after each match, or round-robin formats, where everyone plays against each other. Tournaments can be held at local, national, or international levels, and they are commonly seen in sports, games, and other activities where skill or performance is tested.
- The team trained hard for months in preparation for the regional soccer tournament.
- She won the chess tournament after defeating numerous challengers in several rounds.
- The annual tennis tournament attracts top players from around the world.
- They advanced to the final round of the basketball tournament, facing their toughest rivals yet.
- The local golf tournament raised funds for charity while showcasing impressive talent.
a series of jousting matches where knights compete for a prize
- The king declared a grand tournament to celebrate the kingdom's anniversary.
- Knights from all over the land gathered to participate in the tournament.
- The champion emerged victorious after many challenging bouts in the tournament.
- The tournament's prize was a coveted golden cup, symbolizing honor and bravery.
- Spectators cheered as the knights charged at each other during the tournament.