Learner and Old hand

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

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Old hand is an antonym for learner.

Nearby Words: learn, learned, learning

Old hand noun - A person with long experience in a specified area.

Usage example: with 25 years on the job, Vinnie was the old hand everyone went to with their problems

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Learner is an antonym for old hand.

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