Definition of Also-ran

1. Noun. A contestant who loses the contest.

Exact synonyms: Loser
Generic synonyms: Contestant
Specialized synonyms: Old Maid
Derivative terms: Lose
Antonyms: Winner

Definition of Also-ran

1. Noun. A person or animal who competed in a race but did not win. ¹

2. Noun. Figuratively, a loser; one soon to be forgotten. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Also-ran

alquifoux
alreadie
alreadiness
already
alreet
alrestatin
alright
alrighty
alsactide
alsakharovite-zn
alsatian
alseroxylon
alsike
alsikes
also
also-ran (current term)
also-rans
also known as
alsoon
alsoone
alsterpaullone
alstonerine
alstonite
alstroemeria
alstroemerias
alt-country
alt-weeklies
alt-weekly
alt key
alt keys

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