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A novice player may need extra time to learn the rules.
What does Novice mean?
A novice is a beginner.
Dictionary definition
A person who is new to an activity, skill, or subject.
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The coach gave simple instructions for each novice on the team.
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Being a novice is part of learning because every expert starts as a beginner.
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nah · vis · strongest beat: nah
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WordNovice.
Partnoun.
MeaningNovice means A novice is a beginner.
ExampleExample: A novice player may need extra time to learn the rules.
Word breakdown
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- Syllables
- nah · vis
- Strongest beat
- nah
- Ending
- vis
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on nah.
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expertUse for someone with advanced skill or knowledge.
veteranUse for someone with long experience.
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novice
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