Business Start-Up

noun a person who enters or takes part in a competition or contest

• The entrant must submit their application by the deadline.
• Hey, did you hear about the new entrant in our competition?
• That entrant really knows how to make an entrance!
• As an entrant in the job market, she had to stand out among the competition.

noun a means of progress or advancement

• Education is often seen as a stepping stone to a successful career.
• Getting a part-time job can be a good stepping stone to gaining work experience.
• Internships are a great stepping stone to landing a full-time job.
• Learning to ride a bike was a stepping stone in gaining independence as a child.