contender

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Pronunciation

/kənˈtɛn.dɚ/ (US)

Definition of contender

2 senses · 1 part of speech · etymology included

noun

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noun

Someone who competes with one or more other people.
Someone who has a viable chance of winning a competition.

“In April 2014, towards the end of Özil’s first season at Arsenal – which had been marked by highs and lows – Wenger predicted the German would be a contender for the player of the year awards in 2014‑15.”

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From contend + -er.

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200+ playable · top: RETCONNED (12 pts)

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