noun
newbie
NOO-bee/ˈnuːbi/
A person new to an activity, group, or field.
The pottery instructor shows the newbie where to place her hands.
Etymology
New here describes someone inexperienced rather than something recently made. The diminutive or derogatory ending turns that description into an informal label for a newcomer.
In context
whether you're a seasoned dog owner or a newbie to the world
More examples
- The forum welcomes newbies who have basic questions.
- I was a complete newbie when I joined the chess club.
- The tutorial helps a newbie set up the program.
Forms
newbie · newbies
Similar words
- novice
- Novice is a neutral term for a beginner; newbie is more informal.
- beginner
- Beginner is the general neutral term; newbie often names a new member of a particular community.