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Meanings of contestant in English

Portuguese
dissidência
Catalan
objector
Spanish
disidente

A person who dissents from some established policy.

        dissidência

        A person who takes part in a contest or competition.

              Usage of contestant in English
              1
              No word, however, whether the president's message proved lucky for the contestant.
              Reuters
              2
              Dr Alex George is an A&E doctor and former Love Island contestant.
              BBC
              3
              Former Apprentice contestant Frances Bishop doesn't think higher education is for everyone.
              BBC
              4
              Former MasterChef contestant Ben Ungermann delivers another difficult dish under extreme pressure.
              News.com.au
              5
              Atreyu was getting up to say something when yet another contestant appeared-Hynreck
              The Neverending Story
              6
              If any part of that contestant touches the water, they are out.
              The Guardian
              7
              Jenna Talackova was a contestant in the 2012 Miss Universe Canada competition.
              Reuters
              8
              It was understood previously that contestant Eoghan would actually be the intruder.
              News.com.au
              9
              A plate or glass must be placed in front of each contestant.
              School, Church, and Home Games
              10
              At show's end, those outfits are judged, and a contestant must leave.
              Reuters
              11
              In a matter of moments, she has gone from contestant to fugitive.
              News.com.au
              12
              The two aldermen handed a shield and an axe to each contestant.
              The Unwilling Vestal
              13
              Caryn wins the prize for being the most authentic and honest contestant.
              The South African
              14
              Also performing on Wednesday night's show was season five contestant Kelly Pickler.
              Reuters
              15
              Also performing on Wednesday night's show was season five contestant Kellie Pickler.
              Reuters
              16
              It is unclear what space vehicle the winning contestant will ride on.
              Reuters
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              Common
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              Rare
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              Rare
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