1. a person or organization that does not compete in a particular market, contest, or activity

Examples

• The small local bakery was a noncompetitor in the national chain restaurant market.
• As a noncompetitor in the bidding process, the company could only observe the proceedings.
• The nonprofit organization remained a noncompetitor in the commercial software industry.
• Being a noncompetitor allowed the firm to maintain neutral relationships with all parties.
• The retired athlete became a noncompetitor after ending her professional career.
• The university was classified as a noncompetitor for the government contract.