REIGNING
/ˈɹeɪnɪŋ/
10
Scrabble
14
WWF
R(1) E(1) I(1) G(2) N(1) I(1) N(1) G(2)
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Definition
/ˈɹeɪnɪŋ/
verb
- To exercise sovereign power, to rule as a monarch.“He reigned in an autocratic manner.”
- To reign over (a country)
- To be the winner of the most recent iteration of a competition.
adjective
- Currently ruling or holding a position.“The reigning world heavyweight champion said he'd defend his title once more and then retire even if he won.”
Source: Wiktionary