attendee

[uh-ten-dee, at-en-, uh-ten-dee]

noun

1. a person who is present at a specific time or place.

   a conference with thousands of attendees.

attendee

/ əˌtɛnˈdiː /

noun

1. a person who is present at a specified event

Word History and Origins

Origin of attendee¹

First recorded in 1935–40; attend + -ee

Example Sentences

No attendee heard exactly the same piece as a neighbor in any other part of the hall.

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Other attendees said the issue with the game stemmed from conflict over the rules.

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As often happens at the site, located outside the city’s main art museum and decorated with sculptures honoring the victims, many attendees stood silently in tears.

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Many attendees had the opportunity to ask the president questions or simply share their views - to which he responded.

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The family friendly event will include an educational component and provide attendees with tea light candles.

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