fledgeling

Other forms: fledgelings

Definitions of fledgeling

1. noun

   young bird that has just fledged or become capable of flying
   synonyms: fledgling

   type of:

   young bird

   a bird that is still young
2. adjective

   (of a young bird) having acquired its flight feathers
   synonyms: fledgling

   fledged, mature

   (of birds) having developed feathers or plumage; often used in combination
3. noun

   a participant with no experience with an activity
   synonyms: entrant, fledgling, freshman, neophyte, newbie, newcomer, starter

   types:

   enlistee, recruit

   any new member or supporter (as in the armed forces)

   type of:

   beginner, initiate, novice, tiro, tyro

   someone new to a field or activity