Latecomer (noun)

Someone who arrives after an event or gathering has started or after others have already arrived.

Origin:

The word 'latecomer' originated in the early 17th century and comes from the idea of someone who arrives late.

Examples:

1. She was the last latecomer to the party.
2. The latecomers had to wait outside the theater until intermission was over.
3. He was a latecomer to the industry and had to work harder to catch up.
4. The latecomers missed the first half of the game.
5. The company struggled because it was a latecomer to the market and had difficulty competing with established players.