beginner
noun
be·gin·ner
bi-ˈgi-nər 
bē-
: one that begins something
especially
: an inexperienced person
Synonyms
Examples of beginner in a Sentence
although our son is only a beginner at swimming, he is making excellent progress
Recent Examples on the Web
Because of this, one tester thinks this treadmill would be a great fit for beginners.
—
Sara Coughlin, SELF, 3 July 2024
Around 34% of these top CHROs are becoming strategic partners with the CEO, compared to just 17% at beginner organizations.
—Chloe Berger, Fortune, 24 June 2024
In addition, the magnetic braking system is straightforward to set up for beginners.
—Max Inchausti, Field & Stream, 13 June 2024
Trolling for walleyes can prove challenging for beginners.
—M.d. Johnson, Field & Stream, 20 June 2024
See all Example Sentences for beginner 
Sara Coughlin, SELF, 3 July 2024
Around 34% of these top CHROs are becoming strategic partners with the CEO, compared to just 17% at beginner organizations.
—Chloe Berger, Fortune, 24 June 2024
In addition, the magnetic braking system is straightforward to set up for beginners.
—Max Inchausti, Field & Stream, 13 June 2024
Trolling for walleyes can prove challenging for beginners.
—M.d. Johnson, Field & Stream, 20 June 2024
See all Example Sentences for beginner
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'beginner.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Dictionary Entries Near beginner
Cite this Entry
“Beginner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beginner. Accessed 14 Jul. 2024.
Copy CitationKids Definition
beginner
noun
be·gin·ner
bi-ˈgin-ər
: a person who is beginning something or doing something for the first time : an inexperienced person
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share