tenderfoot

[US]/ˈtɛndəfʊt/
[UK]/ˈtɛndərˌfʊt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a newcomer or inexperienced person; a novice or beginner, especially in a specific field; a newcomer to a frontier area; a new member of a scout troop

Phrases & Collocations

tenderfoot cowboy

tenderfoot traveler

tenderfoot hiker

tenderfoot rider

tenderfoot novice

tenderfoot player

tenderfoot fisherman

tenderfoot athlete

tenderfoot explorer

tenderfoot apprentice

Example Sentences

as a tenderfoot, he struggled to keep up with the experienced hikers.

the tenderfoot learned the basics of camping from his friends.

being a tenderfoot in the wilderness can be quite challenging.

she was a tenderfoot when it came to fishing, but she enjoyed the experience.

the tenderfoot was eager to learn the ropes of rock climbing.

many tenderfoots make mistakes during their first backpacking trip.

he felt like a tenderfoot among the seasoned veterans of the sport.

with time, the tenderfoot became more confident in his outdoor skills.

the tenderfoot's enthusiasm made up for his lack of experience.

every tenderfoot needs a mentor to guide them through their first adventures.

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