applicant

Definition

Someone who formally requests something, usually by filling out forms that seem designed to test human endurance and patience. In legal contexts, this is the person petitioning a court or authority for relief, a decision, or permission. They're basically raising their hand and saying "pick me!" while crossing their fingers that the bureaucratic gods smile upon them.

Example Usage

The applicant for the trademark registration spent three months gathering evidence of prior use before submitting the paperwork.

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