Pronunciation: /rʊki/
noun a person who is new to a sport, activity, or profession
A1 The rookie firefighter was eager to learn and help out.
A2 The rookie police officer was still learning the ropes.
B1 The rookie teacher struggled with classroom management at first.
B2 The rookie pilot successfully completed their first solo flight.
C1 The rookie doctor impressed everyone with their quick thinking in an emergency.
C2 The rookie astronaut trained for years before finally going on their first space mission.
adjective relating to or characteristic of a rookie
A1 He is a rookie driver.
A2 The rookie teacher was nervous on her first day.
B1 The rookie police officer made a mistake during the investigation.
B2 The rookie quarterback showed great potential in his first game.
C1 The rookie journalist impressed everyone with her investigative skills.
C2 The rookie pilot successfully landed the plane in difficult weather conditions.
formal The rookie officer was eager to learn and make a positive impact in the community.
informal The rookie on the team is showing a lot of potential and enthusiasm.
slang Don't worry, everyone's a rookie at some point. You'll get the hang of it soon.
figurative In the world of business, being a rookie means you have a lot to learn but also a lot of room to grow.
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