novices

noun

A beginner; one who is not very familiar or experienced in a particular subject.

(religion) A new member of a religious order accepted on a conditional basis, prior to confirmation.

adjective

Of a beginner; unfamiliar or unexperienced in a particular subject.

Roots

novusnov- · Latin · new

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