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participant

American  
[pahr-tis-uh-puhnt] / pɑrˈtɪs ə pənt /

noun

  1. a person or group that participates; partaker.

    Synonyms:
    colleague, contributor, associate, participator

adjective

  1. participating; sharing.

Other Word Forms

  • participantly adverb
  • unparticipant adjective

Etymology

Origin of participant

First recorded in 1520–30; from Latin participant-, stem of participāns “sharing,” present participle of participāre “to share”; participate

Example Sentences

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“Body & Soul” marks several participants’ first ventures into public work, including Hollywood artist Finley, whose “The Piano Player” will be installed near the corner of Airport Avenue and Donald Douglas Loop.

From Los Angeles Times

While Medicare usually pays for services that participants actually receive, the program pays Medicare Advantage plans a fixed amount per enrollee.

From MarketWatch

Bull-riding, still a staple on the U.S. rodeo circuit, originated in the vibrant vaquero tradition of charreadas — contests showcasing participants’ skills with horses, ropes and livestock.

From Los Angeles Times

The research included a small group of participants and lacked racial diversity.

From Science Daily

On jobs, it emphasised reskilling initiatives to "support participants in preparation for a future AI driven economy".

From Barron's