suitor

/ˈsuːtər/
noun
  1. A person who wants to marry someone or is trying to start a romantic relationship with them.
    • The princess had many suitors from different kingdoms.
    • In the story, the young suitor finally won her heart.
    • He was a shy suitor who brought her flowers every week.
  2. A person or company that wants to buy another company or make a business deal.
    • The small bank became an attractive suitor for the larger financial group.
    • The tech startup received interest from several corporate suitors.
    • The board is considering a takeover offer from a foreign suitor.
  3. A person who makes a formal request or appeal, especially in a legal context.
    • The suitor presented his case to the court.
    • The suitor's petition was reviewed by the committee.
    • As a suitor for the inheritance, she had to provide proof of relationship.
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