newcomer

noun

new·​com·​er ˈnü-ˌkə-mər 

ˈnyü-

1

: one recently arrived

2

: beginner, rookie

Synonyms

• novice
• beginner
• freshman
• rookie
• apprentice

Examples of newcomer in a Sentence

he's a newcomer to ice hockey

Recent Examples on the Web

Hunter is also the latest newcomer to assume the artistic directing role, as the Lincoln Center, Second Stage and Roundabout Theatre have also all seen recent changeover in the roles. —Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2025

The Italian fashion brand Peserico, the French fragrance company Parfums De Marly, Veronica De Piante, Generation Love, LoveShackFancy, Onia, Malia Mills and Todd Snyder were newcomers to Step Up for Fashion this year. —Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2025

The same passion that packed James’ shows is fueling opportunities for newcomers willing to make the leap, and the industry is now steering clients south with the understanding that the demand will meet them there. —Alex Ashley, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2025

David Thewlis is among newcomers to the series' cast in the third installment. —Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for newcomer

• midsummer
• bummer
• comer
• drummer
• dumber
• hummer
• plumber
• plummer
• somer
• summer
• trimer

Kids Definition

newcomer

noun

new·​com·​er ˈn(y)ü-ˌkəm-ər 

1

: one recently arrived

2

: beginner