Definition of Candidate
Candidate
can·di·date
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(noun)
someone who applies to, is nominated for, or qualifies for some position, professional status, public office, etc.;
e.g. Out of all the mayoral candidates, Mrs. Waltman had my vote.
(noun)
someone taking an examination, usually to be certified in a particular field;
e.g. She is a doctoral candidate in psychology.
(noun)
someone seen as likely to, suited for or having aptitude for something;
e.g. I strongly feel that she is the best candidate for the intern position.
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