first-timer

[furst-tahy-mer]

noun

1. a person who does, experiences, or attends something for the first time.

Word History and Origins

Origin of first-timer¹

first time + -er ¹

Example Sentences

During a break in the middle of the hike, new volunteer and full moon first-timer Aria Middleman took a seat on a nearby rock.

From Los Angeles Times

While it sounds daunting for a first-timer, Slaughter took it in stride.

From Los Angeles Times

His advice for his cousin, who is wearing child-sized silver chaps, and for his friend Maureen Martin, 8, another first-timer: “Just inhale and exhale.”

From Los Angeles Times

“It’s all about finding spaces for the community to feel familiarity. L.A.’s really big on community, and a big part of that is feeling comfortable. Being here in Paris we have enough people and brands that have made it feel comfortable enough for a first-timer like myself.”

From Los Angeles Times

The annual Maldon Mud Race in Essex saw Vicki Riley claim the title of fastest woman, while first-timer Joe Griggs was the first man to cross the finishing line.

From BBC