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1. -ant
a suffix joined to verbs, with the general sense “performing” or “a person or thing that performs” the action denoted by the verb; often in nouns denoting participants in a formalized activity (applicant; contestant; defendant) or denoting substances that bring about a desired result (coolant; deodorant; lubricant). See also -ent.
Etymology: (< L -ant-, prp. s. of verbs in -āre; in many words < F -ant < L -ant-)
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1. -ant
a suffix sometimes marking the agent for action; as, merchant, covenant, servant, pleasant, etc. Cf. -ent
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