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greenhorn

/ˌgrinˈhɔrn/
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Other forms: greenhorns

Definitions of greenhorn
  1. noun
    an awkward and inexperienced youth
    synonyms: cub, rookie
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    type of:
    beginner, initiate, novice, tiro, tyro
    someone new to a field or activity
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