Meaning of the word entrant in English

What does entrant mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

entrant

US /ˈen.trənt/
UK /ˈen.trənt/

Noun

1.

a person who enters a competition or takes an examination

Example:
There were over 200 entrants in the marathon.
Each entrant must pay a registration fee.
2.

a person or organization that enters a particular field or market

Example:
New entrants to the market face significant challenges.
The company is a major entrant in the tech industry.
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