noun

probie

Probie (noun) means informal term for someone still on a probationary or trial period in a job, especially a new firefighter or police officer. Example: “The probie was assigned the least glamorous tasks at the station.”

noun

Informal term for someone still on a probationary or trial period in a job, especially a new firefighter or police officer.

"The probie was assigned the least glamorous tasks at the station."

How to use probie

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSlang for a rookie still proving themselves in a new job, especially in fire and emergency services.

When to use it

Informal workplace slang, common in fire departments and police forces.

Word forms

probies plural

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Etymology

A shortened, informal form of "probationary."

Rhymes for probie

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Frequently asked questions

What does “probie” mean?

The word “probie” means informal term for someone still on a probationary or trial period in a job, especially a new firefighter or police officer. In plain terms, slang for a rookie still proving themselves in a new job, especially in fire and emergency services.

How do you use “probie” in a sentence?

Here is “probie” used in a sentence: “The probie was assigned the least glamorous tasks at the station.”

What part of speech is “probie”?

“Probie” is a noun.

What is the meaning of probie?

"probie" (noun) means informal term for someone still on a probationary or trial period in a job, especially a new firefighter or police officer.