Meaning of the word applicant in English

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applicant

US /ˈæp.lə.kənt/
UK /ˈæp.lə.kənt/
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Noun

1.

a person who applies for something, especially a job or a place at a college or university

Example:
We received over 100 applications, but only 20 applicants were interviewed.
All applicants must submit their resumes by Friday.
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