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. How many applicants did you have for the job? Many applicants simply don't meet hiring requirements. The course is popular - it has five applicants for every place. Successful. Others report an increase in applicants as competitors pull back on hiring or begin layoffs.

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