newcomer
UK: ˈnjuːkʌmə | US: ˈnuːkʌmər
n. a person who has recently arrived in a place or joined a group
n. a beginner or novice in a particular activity or field
The word "newcomer" is a transparent compound formed from "new" (Old English nīwe, meaning "recent") + "come" (Old English cuman, meaning "to arrive") + the agent suffix "-er" (Old English -ere). It literally means "one who has recently arrived." The term has been used since the 15th century to describe someone new to a place or activity, reflecting its straightforward construction from familiar English roots.
The newcomer introduced herself to the team at the morning meeting.
As a newcomer to the city, he spent the first week exploring his neighborhood.
The club organizes events to help newcomers feel welcome.
She was a newcomer to the sport but quickly learned the rules.
The teacher assigned a buddy to guide the newcomer through the school routines.