newcomer

noun

new·​com·​er ˈnü-ˌkə-mər How to pronounce newcomer (audio)
ˈnyü-
Synonyms of newcomernext
1
: one recently arrived
2

Examples of newcomer in a Sentence

he's a newcomer to ice hockey
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For 20 years, global brands and retailers have been churning out high-low collaborations, capitalizing on the cultural cachet of luxury names and disruptive fashion newcomers. Sophie Benson, Vogue, 28 May 2026 The convenience factor is what sets the newcomers apart. Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 28 May 2026 On the other hand, the cast feels relatively small-screen, with two other series regulars, Wendell Pierce and Michael Kelly, joined by franchise newcomer Sienna Miller. Mark Meszoros, Boston Herald, 28 May 2026 But the list also features a record 25 newcomers, including Spark Capital partner Yasmin Razavi, who led a 2023 round for Anthropic. Danielle Chemtob, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for newcomer

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of newcomer was in the 15th century

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“Newcomer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/newcomer. Accessed 29 May. 2026.

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newcomer

noun
new·​com·​er ˈn(y)ü-ˌkəm-ər How to pronounce newcomer (audio)
1
: one recently arrived
2

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