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Definition of «greenhorn»

A greenhorn is a person who is inexperienced or new to something, often used to describe someone who is new to a particular job, profession, or activity. The term comes from the fact that many new recruits in the military had green hair due to the lack of access to proper hygiene products and were therefore easily distinguished from more experienced soldiers.

Usage examples

  1. She was such a greenhorn at cooking that she burned everything she tried to make.
  2. The new intern is a greenhorn when it comes to handling difficult clients.
  3. He may be a greenhorn in this field, but with proper training, he can become an expert.
  4. The team decided to hire a seasoned professional instead of a greenhorn for this important project.
  5. As a greenhorn in the fashion industry, she was able to bring a fresh perspective and unique ideas to the table.
  6. It didn't take long for everyone to realize that the new employee was a greenhorn when it came to using the company's software.

Sentences with «greenhorn»

  • Claim jumping and murder are blamed on a pair of greenhorn brothers from the East who strike it rich. (tubitv.com)
  • Daniels is a true greenhorn with both the sea - faring life and blue collar workers. (seligfilmnews.com)
  • I must admit, I was a real greenhorn when I submitted my first manuscript, «I Was Only Nineteen», in fact I cringe when I think that I did not even have a space between each chapter, because I thought that the printer would do that. (blog.balboapress.com)
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