applicant

noun

/ˈæplɪkənt/

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单词	applicant
释义	applicant noun /ˈæplɪkənt/ /ˈæplɪkənt/ jump to other results 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 Examples 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? Topics Educationb2 Oxford Collocations Dictionaryadjective potential prospective eligible … verb + applicant seek attract shortlist … applicant + verb apply preposition applicant for See full entry Word Originearly 19th cent.: from application + -ant.
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