novice

  1. Noun.  A beginner; one who is not very familiar or experienced in a particular subject. (defdate, from 14th c.) .
  2. Noun.  (religion) A new member of a religious order accepted on a conditional basis, prior to confirmation. (defdate, from 14th c.) .

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