Newbie Definition
no͝obē, nyo͝o-
newbies
noun
A person new to a particular occupation, way of life, activity, etc.; novice; beginner.
Webster's New World
Other Word Forms of Newbie
Noun
Singular:
newbie
Plural:
newbiesOrigin of Newbie
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Origin uncertain: perhaps an alteration of newie with intrusive b (compare freebie), perhaps a shortening of new boy or new beginner. Very likely originated in Newfoundland, where the term 'new boy' is quite common, and sounds like 'newbie' when spoken.
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From new (with b as in freebie)
From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition
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