comer

noun

com·​er ˈkə-mər 

1

: one that comes or arrives

welcomed all comers

2

: one making rapid progress or showing promise

Examples of comer in a Sentence

We're giving free T-shirts away to the first comers.

She's regarded as a comer in political circles.

Recent Examples on the Web

While each of the NFL’s media partners enjoyed year-to-year gains, Disney’s networks led all comers with a 19% lift. —Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 2 June 2026

Mayor Sam Cunningham, who rode in a convertible near the front of the parade, said the city, which was built by people from a variety of communities, has a tradition of welcoming all comers. —Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026

The people’s princes Christopher Abbott and Mike Faist round out the central cast, along with newer-comers Joseph Zada and Joe Anders as the sons. —Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 14 May 2026

Used his size and good wheels to create havoc in the offensive zone, took on all comers and pitched in offensively with double-digit goals. —Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 9 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for comer

• bummer
• drummer
• dumber
• hummer
• plumber
• plummer
• somer
• summer
• trimer
• midsummer
• newcomer