Johnny raw

noun

slang a novice; new recruit

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How to use Johnny raw in a sentence

If Johnny raw is deceived wance in a way, its soon tooken out on him.
The House on the Moor, v. 1/3 | Mrs. Oliphant
Napoleon the Great, late Johnny raw, now reigns in her stead, and very well he looks in the straw.
Ask Momma | R. S. Surtees

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