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noun

learner

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noun
1
A person who is in the process of learning something, especially a beginner.
"The class is designed for adult learners of English."
"She's still a learner driver, so go easy on her."

How to Use Learner

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who is studying or being taught something, often at an early stage.

Common pairings
learner driver language learners adult learners

Word Forms

learners plural

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Etymology

From learn plus the agent suffix -er.

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