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Definition applicant in American English

applicant noun

[countable] noun
/ˈæplɪkənt/
1

someone who applies for something, such as a job or a loan of money

Example

Successful applicants will be notified by telephone.

Example

job applicants

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2

the person in a court case who makes an application to the court for something

Example

The applicant must file these documents with the court within 45 days.

Definition applicant in American English