Rookies: meaning, definitions and examples
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rookies
[ ˈrʊki ]
sports
A person who is new to an activity or sport and lacks experience and skill.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He is one of the top rookies in the league this season.
- The team has high hopes for their new rookies.
- She was named the Rookie of the Year in her first season.
entertainment
A new actor, musician, or performer who is just starting their career.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The movie cast several rookies in lead roles.
- Many famous musicians started out as rookies in small clubs.
- She quickly rose to fame as a rookie singer.
Translations
Translations of the word "rookies" in other languages:
🇵🇹 novatos
🇮🇳 नवागंतुक
🇩🇪 Anfänger
🇮🇩 pemula
🇺🇦 новачки
🇵🇱 nowicjusze
🇯🇵 初心者
🇫🇷 débutants
🇪🇸 novatos
🇹🇷 çaylaklar
🇰🇷 초보자
🇸🇦 مبتدئون
🇨🇿 nováčci
🇸🇰 nováčikovia
🇨🇳 新手
🇸🇮 novinci
🇮🇸 byrjendur
🇰🇿 жаңадан келгендер
🇬🇪 ახალბედები
🇦🇿 yeni gələnlər
🇲🇽 novatos
Etymology
The term 'rookie' originated in the military in the 18th century, referring to new recruits or inexperienced soldiers. It later expanded to sports and entertainment to describe newcomers or beginners. The word has evolved to symbolize freshness, potential, and the excitement of starting something new.