Applicants
/ˈæplɪkənts/
nounBeginnerCommonAcademic
Meaning
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Definitions
1
A person who makes a formal request for something, typically a job or a place on a course.
/ˈæplɪkənts/
nounneutralBeginner
Academic
Person who applies for something
Many applicants were interviewed for the marketing job.
💡 Simply: People who are applying for something.
More Examples
2
The number of applicants for the scholarship was impressive.
How It's Used
Job Seeking
"The company received over 100 applicants for the open position."
University Admissions
"The university is reviewing the applications of all applicants."
From Middle English *aplicant, from Old French *aplicant, present participle of *apliquer "to apply," from Latin *applicare.
The word 'applicant' has seen consistent use over centuries, mainly in the context of formal requests or applications.
Memory tip
Think of 'applying' for something - applicants are those who are applying.
Practice
Base: apply
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