latecomer

[ leyt-kuhm-er ]

noun

1. a person who arrives late:

   The latecomers were seated after the overture.

latecomer

/ ˈleɪtˌkʌmə /

noun

1. a person or thing that comes late

Word History and Origins

Origin of latecomer¹

First recorded in 1865–70; late + comer

Example Sentences

We must have thought we were the last of the latecomers.

From Literature

Compared to other sports, soccer is a latecomer to video replays.

From Seattle Times

In the Balkans, Romania, a latecomer, entered the war on the side of the Allies and was quickly overrun by the Germans, who gained control of that country’s valuable oil and grain resources.

From Literature

A latecomer to the sport who turned pro just over six years ago, he still has a bright future in the sport.

From BBC

A recent preprint by members of the same team suggests a reason: Many diseases themselves were latecomers.

From Science Magazine

Related Words

• beginner
• immigrant
• neophyte
• novice
• rookie