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Definition of claimer

claimer

/ˈkleɪ.mər/
claim · er
Plural:claimers
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• noun

1

In horse racing, a claiming race in which all the horses entered are available to be purchased for a specified price, or a horse that competes in such a race.

Example

"The trainer decided to enter the veteran gelding in a low-level claimer at the local track."

2

A person who asserts a right, makes a demand, or lays claim to something.

Example

"The original claimer of the lost luggage had to provide a detailed description of its contents."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In formal and legal contexts, 'claimant' is strongly preferred over 'claimer' for a person making a claim; 'claimer' is most commonly used in horse racing.

• Rhymes for claimer

• Nearby Words

claim
claimable
claimant
claimer
clairvoyance
clairvoyant
clam

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Claimer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/claimer
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