One who demands; the plaintiff in a real action; any plaintiff.

sought-after; popular; coveted

plural of demander

Capable of being demanded.

plural of demandant

(finance) A note that normally has no date for repayment, but is due on demand of the lender. Usually the lender will only give the borrower a few days notice before the payment is due.

biochemical oxygen demand

A mechanism in a diving regulator which controls the supply of gas by opening to provide flow when the user inhales, and shuts off supply when inhalation stops.

Alternative spelling of print on demand

(publishing) A system of printing very small runs of a document as required, especially by using computer technology.