novice

UK
/ˈnɒv.ɪs/
US
/ˈnɑː.vɪs/
novicenoun
novices
pl
UK
/ˈnɒv.ɪs/
US
/ˈnɑː.vɪs/
Translations
The novice was eager to learn from the experienced chef.
Новичок был полон желания учиться у опытного шеф-повара.
The novice spent his days in prayer and meditation at the monastery.
Послушник проводил свои дни в молитве и медитации в монастыре.
Definitions
A person new to or inexperienced in a field or situation.
As a novice in the world of programming, she found the initial lessons quite challenging.
A person who has entered a religious order and is under probation, before taking vows.
The novice spent her days in prayer and study, preparing for her future commitment to the convent.
noviceadjective
more novice
Comp.
most novice
Super.
UK
/ˈnɒv.ɪs/
US
/ˈnɑː.vɪs/
Used attributively to modify a noun (e.g., "novice driver"), therefore treated as an adjective in the dictionary.
Definitions
Inexperienced or beginner-level; relating to someone or something that is new to a field or activity.
Novice drivers must display an "L" plate for their first six months on the road.