underdog
nounUK /ˈʌndədɒɡ/
US /ˈʌndərdɔːɡ/
An underdog is a person or team that is not expected to win.
Everyone cheered for the underdog in the final match.
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2. A person who is treated unfairly or has less power than others.
She has always stood up for the underdog in her community.
3. The person or team given little chance of success in a contest.
The underdog pulled off a surprising victory.
4. A victim of social or political injustice.
The charity works to help the underdogs of society.