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latecomer

American  
[leyt-kuhm-er] / ˈleɪtˌkʌm ər /

noun

  1. a person who arrives late.

    The latecomers were seated after the overture.
latecomer British  
/ ˈleɪtˌkʌmə /

noun

  1. a person or thing that comes late

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Etymology

Origin of latecomer

First recorded in 1865–70; late + comer

Example Sentences

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Was I going to be the only latecomer today?

From Literature

In truth, America was a latecomer to the conflict.

From The Wall Street Journal

The boisterous buzz makes it an essential part of the day for fans, who arrive in morning darkness to stake their spot, while latecomers, irked at missing out, slope off down the fairway.

From BBC

A comparative latecomer to the international stage, the full stature of Brendel's talent only became apparent at the age of 45.

From BBC

But Fox will be a latecomer to a field where some of the major players are still losing billions of dollars.

From Los Angeles Times

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