Runner-up (noun)

A person or thing that finishes second in a competition or race.

Origin:

Mid 19th century: from run + up in the sense 'a person or thing in a higher position in a competition or race'.

Examples:

1. She was the runner-up in the Miss Universe competition.
2. He was the runner-up in the marathon, just behind the winner.
3. The runner-up in the race received a silver medal.
4. The runner-up in the tournament received a trophy.
5. The runner-up in the election received 49% of the vote.