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beginner — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • beginner noun A person who is new to a skill, activity, or subject.
  • initiate verb To start something, especially a formal process.
  • neophyte noun A beginner; a person who is new to a subject, skill, or belief.
  • noob noun Someone who is new and inexperienced, especially in a game, hobby, or online community.

Senses

beginner is used for these senses in English:

  • initiate A new member of an organization.
  • neophyte A beginner; a person who is new to a subject, skill, or belief.
  • noob (Internet slang, chiefly, derogatory) A newb or newbie; refers to the idea that someone is new to a game, concept, or idea; implying a lack of experience. Also, in some areas the word noob can mean someone is obsessed with things.

initiate — full definition

  1. verb To start something, especially a formal process.
  2. verb To formally introduce someone into a group, often through a ritual or ceremony.
  3. noun Someone who has just been admitted into a group, or who is well-versed in a particular subject.

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