informal
: a person who has recently started a particular activity : beginner, novice, newcomer
It's true that some users–particularly newbies—fall into the Web like Alice down the rabbit hole.—
Scott Kirsner
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He is a newbie to local politics.
a newbie to woodworking, he was still trying to learn all the terms and techniques of the craft
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But when the experienced Wayne (voiced by David Foley) is stuck with newbie Lanny (Derek Richardson), their first mission goes off the rails and risks a merry Christmas for everyone.
—Sydni Ellis, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
According to 5280 Magazine, newbies should focus on finding proper-fitting skates to ensure balance and control.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
But there are also a hefty number of newbies joining these ranks, as the 2025 program is composed of 36 of 87 (41 percent) feature film directors who are first-time feature filmmakers.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 11 Dec. 2024
Janet is the newbie with an analytical mind and a passion to prove herself in law enforcement.
—Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 24 Nov. 2024
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Sydni Ellis, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
According to 5280 Magazine, newbies should focus on finding proper-fitting skates to ensure balance and control.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
But there are also a hefty number of newbies joining these ranks, as the 2025 program is composed of 36 of 87 (41 percent) feature film directors who are first-time feature filmmakers.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 11 Dec. 2024
Janet is the newbie with an analytical mind and a passion to prove herself in law enforcement.
—Mary Ann Grossmann, Twin Cities, 24 Nov. 2024
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“Newbie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/newbie. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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