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applicant

UK/'æplikәnt/US
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Definitions

n.

A person who formally applies for something, such as a job or grant

申请人,求职者

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
ap-to, toward
+
plicfold, bend, layer
+
-antperforming, being in a state
=applicant

ap- (toward) + plic (fold) + -ant (one who) = "one who folds toward" — the person doing the applying. See apply.

Root plic still carries 55 more words

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Each applicant must bring two forms of ID.

  • 2.

    We received over a hundred applicants for one position.

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