candidate (EN)
noun

noun “candidate”

sg. candidate, pl. candidates
  1. a person who wants to be chosen in an election to hold a public office
    Maria decided to become a candidate for mayor in the upcoming city election.
  2. a person who is trying to get a job
    The company interviewed five candidates for the marketing position.
  3. a person who is taking a test
    Each candidate received a number to use during the test.
  4. a person or thing that might be the right choice for something
    This old house is a perfect candidate for renovation.