freshman
Americannoun
plural
freshmen-
a student in the first year of the course at a university, college, or high school.
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a novice; beginner.
adjective
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of, relating to, or characteristic of a freshman.
to outgrow one's freshman attitudes.
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lacking seniority or experience; junior.
a freshman senator.
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required of or suitable for freshmen.
freshman courses.
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initial; first.
This is my freshman year with the company.
Gender
See -man.
Other Word Forms
- freshmanship noun
- prefreshman noun
- subfreshman noun
Etymology
Origin of freshman
Example Sentences
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“They have so much experience just through their time with being elite athletes and things like that,” coach Janelle McDonald said about her freshman class.
From Los Angeles Times
Maxwell played football as a freshman and then focused on basketball, but he is set to return to football as a senior.
From Los Angeles Times
He’s been a four-year varsity player and was a freshman when the team reached the Southern Section Division 2A playoff semifinals.
From Los Angeles Times
In one moment, there was freshman Tanook Hines, sprinting to catch a deep ball in stride, announcing himself as a rising star.
From Los Angeles Times
Led by their two fantastic freshmen, the Eagles went 25-5 last season.
From Los Angeles Times
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