claimant
Translation
applicant, petitioner, plaintiff
Examples
The claimant is seeking compensation for her injuries.
The claimant is seeking compensation for her injuries.
Grammar Patterns
((a claimant)) a person who asks for something they believe they have a right to The claimant is seeking compensation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: plaintiff, petitioner, applicant
Etymology
From 'claim' plus the agent-noun suffix '-ant', meaning 'a person who does'.
Memory Tips
The '-ant' ending often refers to a person, like in 'assistant' or 'consultant'. So, a 'claimant' is a person who claims.