FLEDGLING

Definition

1. adjective (of a young bird) having acquired its flight feathers. — synonyms: fledgling(a), fledgeling(a)
2. adjective young and inexperienced. — synonyms: unfledged, callow
3. noun any new participant in some activity. — synonyms: newcomer, fledgeling, starter, neophyte, freshman, newbie, entrant
4. noun young bird that has just fledged or become capable of flying. — synonyms: fledgeling