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applicant

/æplɪkənt/ noun · British & US
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What does applicant mean?

noun

A person who applies for a job, position, or place at a school, etc. An individual who submits an application.

Example

"The hiring manager reviewed the applicant's resume and cover letter before scheduling an interview."

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