### Question
How is the term claimant defined?


### Answer
The term **claimant** is defined in *38 U.S.C. § 5100* as the following:

> any individual applying for, or submitting a claim for, any benefit under the laws administered by the Secretary

#### Citation:
  - *38 U.S.C. § 5100*
  - Heading: **PART IV-GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS > CHAPTER 51-CLAIMS, EFFECTIVE DATES, AND PAYMENTS > SUBCHAPTER I-CLAIMS**

