to compete

Definition of to compete in English English dictionary: {f} contest, contend against another; participate in a contest; When one firm or country competes with another, it tries to get people to buy its own goods in preference to those of the other firm or country. You can also say that two firms or countries compete. The banks have long competed with American Express's charge cards and various store cards The stores will inevitably end up competing with each other in their push for increased market shares Banks and building societies are competing fiercely for business The American economy, and its ability to compete abroad, was slowing down according to the report; To contend emulously; to seek or strive for the same thing, position, or reward for which another is striving; to contend in rivalry, as for a prize or in business; as, tradesmen compete with one another; If you compete with someone for something, you try to get it for yourself and stop the other person getting it. You can also say that two people compete for something. Kangaroos compete with sheep and cattle for sparse supplies of food and water Schools should not compete with each other or attempt to poach pupils More than 2300 candidates from 93 political parties are competing for 486 seats; If you compete in a contest or a game, you take part in it. He will be competing in the London-Calais-London race It is essential for all players who wish to compete that they earn computer ranking points. see also competing; compete for something; engage in a contest; measure oneself against others