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newb

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

Definitions and examples are grouped by meaning. Pronunciation, history, word forms, translations, descendants, synonyms, antonyms, derived terms, and related words appear whenever the source provides them.

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Pronunciation

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  • n(y)o͞ob
  • /n(j)uːb/
  • Southern-England: Recorded audio is listed in the source snapshot.
  • rhymes with -uːb

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noun

Meaning 1

A newbie; someone who is new to a game, or has a new character.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: Internet, dated, derogatory

Examples

  • That guy must be a newb at this game. He has no idea how to play.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Shortened from newbie.