Definition of comer
1 : one that comes or arrives welcomed all comers
2 : one making rapid progress or showing promise
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We're giving free T-shirts away to the first comers.
She's regarded as a comer in political circles.
Recent Examples of comer from the Web
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Taplin suggests that authorities look to 1956, when the U.S. forced Bell Labs to license its patents to all comers.
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Hawley is considered a conservative up-and-comer, having just been elected Missouri’s AG last year.
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This week’s highlights feature a wide range of talent — from hip hop acts that are crushing it to Rock and Roll Hall of Famers and KC up and comers.
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That seems more logical than to welcome all comers to a civilization that offers ...
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Even if Walker or another one of the East guards slips up, the Heat guards also have competition from Bradley Beal, Avery Bradley and likely an up-and-comer or two (D'Angelo Russell?
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The San Jose, Calif., man bested up-and-comer Carmen Cincotti, of Mays Landing, N.J., who ate 60 franks and buns on his 24th birthday.
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THIRD BASE — More surprises here, with Cleveland up-and-comer Jose Ramirez getting the start over Minnesota bopper Miguel Sano.
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An up-and-comer, Katie Button of Curate in Asheville, N.C., raised $8,000 to benefit the area’s Downtown Welcome Table food program.
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First Known Use of comer
14th century
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playDefinition of comer for English Language Learners
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: a person who goes to a place to take part in an activity
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: a person who arrives at a place
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: someone who is making progress quickly and is likely to be successful
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