fledgling
Translation
fledgling, novice, beginner, nascent
Examples
The fledgling was learning to fly.
The fledgling was learning to fly.
The fledgling company is growing fast.
The fledgling company is growing fast.
Grammar Patterns
a fledgling a young bird that has just grown feathers needed for flight The fledgling was learning to fly.
a fledgling ((company/democracy/etc.)) a new and inexperienced (company/etc.) The fledgling company is growing fast.
Similar Words
Synonyms: novice, beginner, chick; Antonyms: expert, veteran
Etymology
From Old English, related to being 'fully fledged' or having feathers ready to fly.
Memory Tips
Think of a baby bird that has just grown its flight feathers ('fledge') and is a beginner at flying.