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newcomer

noun

ˈnü-ˌkə-mər How to pronounce newcomer (audio)
Definition of newcomernext
as in novice
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity he's a newcomer to ice hockey

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Recent Examples of newcomer On the comedy side, two Apple TV newcomers — Widow's Bay and Margo's Got Money Troubles — are up against a slate of returning nominees including Hacks, nominated for its fifth and final season, and The Bear, nominated for its fourth season. — Clare Lombardo, NPR, 14 Sep. 2026 Indies including newcomer Runner and holdover Buddy nabbed five of the top 10 spots at the domestic box office this weekend. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 13 Sep. 2026 Arriola found the net two minutes after subbing in for newcomer Dejan Joveljić in the 79th minute. — CBS News, 13 Sep. 2026 There were many newcomers on the roster including Clark, Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers, who were playing for the national team for the first time. — ABC News, 13 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for newcomer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for newcomer
  1. novice
  2. beginner
  3. freshman
  4. rookie
  5. apprentice
Noun
  • At that time, people overtraded and treated the market like a casino, as novices began participating more frequently.
    — David Capablanca, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026
  • For the novice, wine can be mysterious at best, and intimidating at worst.
    — Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of novice
Noun
  • And now, a beginner electronics kit has become one small part of a much larger local automation system.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 5 Sep. 2026
  • On sale for less than $100 right now, this Abu Garcia combo combines lightweight graphite with an intense grip to offer a rod and reel that works well for beginners and advanced casters alike.
    — Amber Harding OutKick, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of beginner
Noun
  • Newbauer attempted only one pass, as did freshman Bowe Bentley, a top-100 prospect in the 2026 recruiting cycle.
    — Antonio Morales, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • In 2012, then-head coach Red Berenson announced the end of freshman hazing, according to news articles cited in the lawsuit.
    — Paula Wethington, CBS News, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of freshman
Noun
  • Swift makes a meta appearance as an unnamed rookie on the team with her sidekick Olivia Benson (cat).
    — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Wilson threw for 115 yards and a touchdown when challenging the rookie, and that included setting up a crucial first-half touchdown pass to David Moore against Igbinoghene’s coverage.
    — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of rookie
Noun
  • Approaching retirement, Patrick searches with exacting standards for someone to fill his shoes, investing time in mentoring young apprentice Matteo.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 4 Sep. 2026
  • CEOs would be wise to reinvest some of the profit AI creates into apprentice-style roles that grow entry-level people fast.
    — Michael Chavira, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of apprentice

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“Newcomer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newcomer. Accessed 16 Sep. 2026.

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