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greenhorn

 

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Noun greenhorn has 1 sense
  1. cub, greenhorn, rookie - an awkward and inexperienced youth
    --1 is a kind of novice, beginner, tyro, tiro, initiate

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Greenhorn

Description:

A greenhorn refers to a person who is inexperienced or naive, especially in a particular activity, profession, or environment. It can also be used to describe someone who is new to a specific group or community.

Senses:

Sense 1:

As a noun, greenhorn can refer to an inexperienced individual or someone who lacks knowledge or skill in a certain field.

Example sentence: He may be a greenhorn in the kitchen, but he's eager to learn and improve.

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Sense 2:

Greenhorn can also be used as a noun to describe a newcomer or outsider to a particular group or community.

Example sentence: The greenhorn was warmly welcomed into the tight-knit community.

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Usages:

Greenhorn can be used in various contexts, depending on the specific meaning and sense desired. It can be used as a noun or adjective.

Usage 1:

As a noun:

Example sentence: The oil rig is searching for experienced workers, not greenhorns.

Usage 2:

As an adjective:

Example sentence: The greenhorn climbers struggled to navigate the treacherous mountain path.

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