Tenderfoot Meaning in English
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परिभाषा
A person who is new to a job, activity, or place, and lacks experience; often refers to a beginner, especially in outdoor or challenging environments.
उपयोग और बारीकियां
'Tenderfoot' is old-fashioned and informal; commonly used in the American West or for new campers/scouts. It's not insulting but points out inexperience. Modern English prefers 'beginner' or 'newbie' in most contexts. Plural is 'tenderfoots' (not 'tenderfeet').
उदाहरण वाक्य
He is a tenderfoot on his first hiking trip.
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The group helped the tenderfoot set up his tent.
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Every tenderfoot learns by making mistakes.
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"Don’t worry, everyone was a tenderfoot once," said the guide.
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You can spot a tenderfoot by their brand-new gear and nervous smile.
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Back in the day, the old cowboys would laugh at a tenderfoot trying to ride a horse.
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