WIN
—verb. (-nn-; past and past part. Won) 1 secure as a result of a fight, contest, bet, effort, etc. 2 be the victor; be victorious in. —none. Victory in a game etc. ? win the day be victorious in battle, argument, etc. Win over persuade, gain the support of. Win one`s spurs colloq. Gain distinction or fame. Win through (or out) overcome obstacles. You can`t win colloq. There is no way to succeed or to please. ? winnable adjective. [old english, = toil]