claimer

[ kley-mer ]

noun

1. a person who makes a claim; claimant.
2. Horse Racing.
   1. a horse participating in a claiming race.
   2. claiming race.

Other Words From

• pre·claimer noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of claimer¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; claim, -er ¹

Example Sentences

The horse had won two of nine races, including her previous one, a starter optional claimer.

From Los Angeles Times

St. Lewis said Informative was blocked and checked in finishing second in his previous race at Pimlico, a $35,000 optional claimer on May 15.

From Seattle Times

And let’s not forget, Calumet Farm put this colt up for sale for a $50,000 price tag in December via a maiden claimer, never a vote of confidence for a horse on the Triple Crown trail.

From Washington Post

She won her previous race, as a $10,000 claimer, the same price as the Sunday race.

From Los Angeles Times

The first video showcases Old Friends’ oldest retirees - multiple stakes winner Dinard, who is 32, and one-time claimer Archie’s Echo, who is 31.

From Washington Times

Related Words

• applicant