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comer

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Noun — A person or competitor who is quickly gaining ground and shows real promise.

How to use comer

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up-and-comer all comers

Etymology

From Middle English comere, formed from come plus the agent suffix -er.

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What does “comer” mean?
The word “comer” means a person or competitor who is quickly gaining ground and shows real promise. In plain terms, most often seen in "up-and-comer" (a promising newcomer) or "all comers" (anyone who shows up to compete).
How do you pronounce “comer”?
“Comer” is pronounced KUHM (/ˈkʌmɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “comer” in a sentence?
Here is “comer” used in a sentence: “The rookie quarterback is being talked about as an up-and-comer.”
What part of speech is “comer”?
“Comer” is a noun.
Where does the word “comer” come from?
The word “comer” comes from Middle English. From Middle English comere, formed from come plus the agent suffix -er.
How many meanings does “comer” have?
“Comer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person or competitor who is quickly gaining ground and shows real promise.

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