attendee

noun

at·​tend·​ee ə-ˌten-ˈdē How to pronounce attendee (audio)
ˌa-
: a person who is present on a given occasion or at a given place
attendees at a convention

Examples of attendee in a Sentence

There were 300 attendees at the conference.
Recent Examples on the Web The concert series is supported by sponsors, a grant from the Rancho Bernardo Community Foundation and attendee donations. Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 May 2024 Under Kansas City law, this type of event requires a live animal show permit to ensure the event is safe for the animals and attendees alike. Natalie Wallington, Kansas City Star, 24 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for attendee 

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Word History

Etymology

see attend

First Known Use

1908, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of attendee was in 1908

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“Attendee.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/attendee. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

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