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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 That leaves sophomore DaSaahn Brame, South Alabama senior transfer Trent Thomas and other newcomers to fill the gap. — ABC News, 19 Sep. 2026 In two South Florida congressional districts, the Sun Sentinel Editorial Board endorses long-time Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz and, in an open seat, newcomer Pia Dandiya. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 18 Sep. 2026 The sequences needed to look cool, be executable in only one or two takes as part of the film’s blistering shooting schedule, and thrill both newcomers and devotees to the world of Bollywood fusion dancing. — Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 18 Sep. 2026 In our home visiting program, almost 90% of the parents are newcomers to the United States, who speak over 10 different languages. — Chicago Tribune, 18 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
  • Despite being an expert in her craft, Godshalk communicated the principles of floral design to her students in a way that was easy for novices to digest.
    — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Sid Vicious, six months before his debut as the Sex Pistols’ new bassist, was most assuredly a novice on the drums.
    — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of novice
Noun
  • Events include an 18-hole scramble, beginner’s lessons, trophies, prizes and more.
    — John Coffren, Baltimore Sun, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Bam Bird Social aims to be a welcoming space for both beginners and longtime players.
    — Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of beginner
Noun
  • Exactly 39 years after the debut of the iconic sitcom, a new sequel series hit Netflix on Thursday, blending a bunch of the beloved returning characters with a fresh class of freshmen.
    — Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Standout freshman wide receiver Trent Mosley, who racked up 13 catches, 255 yards, four receiving touchdowns and a punt-return touchdown in his first three games with USC, was listed as doubtful.
    — Sean Campbell, Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of freshman
Noun
  • Entering the game with a shoulder injury designation, rookie cornerback Mansoor Delane dressed but did not play, leaving L’Jarius Sneed on the outside opposite Nohl Williams to start.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Williams, after going 5-12 as a rookie, threw for a franchise-record 3,942 yards while leading the Bears to an 11-6 record and the NFC North title.
    — Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of rookie
Noun
  • Flynn said an apprentice level technician can take home $40,000 to $60,000, with experienced electricians commanding north of $100,000.
    — Kevin Williams, CNBC, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Beyond laboratory research, US officials intend to use the equipment as a training ground for apprentices and university recruits, helping train the next generation of weapons-control specialists.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of apprentice

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“Newcomer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/newcomer. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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