- applicant (for something) a person who makes a formal request for something (= applies for it), especially for a job, a place at a college or university, etc.
- There were over 500 applicants for the job.
- Successful applicants will receive notification within the week.
Extra ExamplesTopics Educationb2- Eight applicants were shortlisted.
- Grant payments will be made to suitable applicants.
- The advertisement attracted a number of applicants.
- The company will seek applicants nationwide.
- Unsuccessful applicants may appeal against the decision.
- The factory was accused of turning away job applicants who belong to a union.
- What can be done about the falling number of applicants to medical schools?
Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadjective- potential
- prospective
- eligible
- …
- seek
- attract
- shortlist
- …
- apply
- applicant for
Word Originearly 19th cent.: from application + -ant.
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