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beginner
noun · Say it: bih-GIN-er
What it means
Foundationa person who is just starting to learn or do something
As a beginner, Freya used armbands in her first swimming lesson.
Similar and opposite words
Synonyms (similar meaning)
- learner
- newcomer
- novice
Antonyms (opposite meaning)
- expert
- professional
More examples
- The coach was patient with the beginners at Saturday football club.
Where the word comes from
From 'begin', from Old English 'beginnan'.
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