Entrant (noun)

1. A person who enters or has entered a place, competition, or job.
2. A newcomer or beginner in a particular field or activity.

Origin:

Late 16th century (denoting someone who enters a place or territory): from french entrant, present participle of entrer "to enter", from latin intrare.

Examples:

1. The entrants in the competition were asked to fill out a form.
2. The entrants in the race were all highly trained athletes.
3. The entrants in the job market were all well-qualified graduates.
4. The entrants in the cooking contest presented their dishes to the judges.
5. The entrants in the dance competition performed their routines on stage.