Greenhorn and Learner

Greenhorn

Greenhorn noun - A person who is just starting out in a field of activity.
Usage example: go easy on him—he's just a greenhorn and doesn't have all the experience you do
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Synonyms for Greenhorn

Learner is a synonym for greenhorn in person topic. In some cases you can use "Learner" instead the word "Greenhorn" as a noun or a verb, when it comes to topics like novice, inexperienced person, trainee.

Learner

Learner noun - Someone (especially a child) who learns (as from a teacher) or takes up knowledge or beliefs.

Greenhorn is a synonym for learner (North American) in person topic. You can use "Greenhorn" instead the word "Learner" as a noun or a verb. informal substitute

Nearby Words: learn, learned, learning

How words are described

new new greenhorn new learner
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