entrant — English Dictionary

Noun

1. A participant who enters something, such as a contest.

   Synonyms

   contestant

   Examples

   Any attempt by an entrant to influence the result or subvert the contest will lead to immediate disqualification.

2. A newcomer.

Noun

1. a commodity that enters competition with established merchandise

   Broader terms

   commoditytrade goodgood

   Examples

   a well publicized entrant is the pocket computer

2. any new participant in some activity

   Synonyms

   newcomerfledglingfledgelingstarterneophytefreshmannewbie

   Broader terms

   novicebeginnertyrotiroinitiate

3. someone who enters

   Broader terms

   travelertraveller

   Examples

   new entrants to the country must go though immigration procedures

4. one who enters a competition

   Broader terms

   contestant