Comer

/ˈkʌmər/ noun

Definition

A person who arrives at a place, or someone who competes or shows up for something.

Etymology

From Old English 'cuman' meaning 'to come,' with the agent suffix '-er' added to make it 'one who comes.' Simple formation that's been in English for over a thousand years.

Kelly Says

In sports, an 'upstart comer' suggests someone new and challenging established rules—it carries this exciting energy because 'coming' implies both arrival and the momentum of movement forward.

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