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contestant

[kuhn-tes-tuhnt]

noun

  1. a person who takes part in a contest or competition.

  2. a person who contests the results of an election.

  3. Law.the party who, in proceedings in the probate court, contests the validity of a will.



contestant

/ əˈɛəԳ /

noun

  1. a person who takes part in a contest; competitor

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Other 51Թ Forms

  • uncontestant noun
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of contestant1

From French, dating back to 1655–65; contest, -ant
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He left his role as a judge on ITV show Britain's Got Talent that year after an audio recording of him making insulting comments about contestants were made public.

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He confessed they have loved watching the show back because of how much of the scenery the contestants miss while racing.

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Ahead of Wednesday's finale, Elizabeth refused to reveal spoilers but said the episode is "very intense" as the remaining contestants bid to reach the final checkpoint.

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The scenery has been breath-taking, but for me, this show is as much about its contestants as the race and travelling.

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The family of Race Across The World contestant Sam Gardiner have said they are "overwhelmed" by the love and support they have received following his death.

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