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Contestant

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Meanings of Contestant

Noun

  • A person who takes part in a game or competition, like on a TV show.
  • Someone who challenges something in court.

Explanation of the word: Contestant

A contestant is a person who is trying to win a game or a competition. They play or do something to see if they can be the best.

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Translations for the word: Contestant

hindi
प्रतियोगी

pratiyogi

प्रतियोगी

pratiyogi

प्रतिस्पर्धी

pratispardhi

   

Synonyms for the word: Contestant

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Contestant

What does 'contestant' mean?
A contestant is a person who takes part in a competition or game.
How do you pronounce 'contestant'?
You say 'contestant' like this: kon-test-uhnt.
What is the origin of the word 'contestant'?
The word 'contestant' comes from the Latin word 'contestari', which means to dispute or compete.
What is the meaning of 'contestant' in Hindi?
The word 'contestant' in Hindi is 'प्रतियोगी' (Pratiyogī).