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noun

Definition of rooksnext
plural of rook
as in novices
a person who is just starting out in a field of activity every year the coaches have to deal with rooks who don't know the rules yet

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rooks

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verb

present tense third-person singular of rook
as in plucks
to rob by the use of trickery or threats once you learn to recognize these swindler's tricks, no one will be able to use them to rook you

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  1. novices
  2. rookies
  3. beginners
  4. freshmen
  5. newcomers
  6. beats
Noun
  • For seasoned cooks and kitchen novices, cookbook author and nutritionist Robin Miller takes it back to basics with great, family-friendly recipes worth making over and over again.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 4 Oct. 2024
  • These genius self-watering bulbs automatically know when to water thirsty plants, making keeping indoor plants alive easy for green thumbs and novices alike.
    Hannah Rice, Rolling Stone, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of novices
Noun
  • When the All-Star Game returned for the 1999-2000 season, the format was revamped to feature a team of standout rookies against top second-season players.
    Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 1 Oct. 2024
  • Whether teaching women to take risks in the corporate world or helping NFL rookies hone their mental agility, Priore is proving that the lessons of chess can lead to winning outcomes, both on and off the board.
    Jane Hanson, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
Definition of rookies
Noun
  • This workhorse pan is completely nonstick—perfect for beginners—holds just enough food for one, and comes in an array of fun colors too.
    Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Trying to work out your arms while stepping could be a bit too complex for beginners to pull off effectively.
    Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 16 Oct. 2024
Definition of beginners
Noun
  • But freshmen, Van Rheenen told him, weren’t permitted to take such an advanced class.
    Sean Gregory, TIME, 2 Oct. 2024
  • College freshmen who reported low, medium and high cellphone usage during class all had negative impacts on their grades, according to a Springer research paper.
    Arianna Johnson, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of freshmen
Noun
  • Fans and newcomers alike eagerly anticipate the handmade pastas, focaccias and more inspired by the best of Italy’s Eternal City.
    Alissa Fitzgerald, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Around 22 percent of exhibitors were newcomers.
    Alex Wynne, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of newcomers
Verb
  • This year’s group more than doubles that total, at $787 million, which also beats 2022’s record of $751 million.
    Brett Knight, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Bramble Stitched Notebook Set $22 $18 Amazon For the friend who still swears nothing beats the feel of pen and paper, this notebook set is way more stylish and organized than their random legal notepads.
    Christa Joanna Lee, Glamour, 4 Oct. 2024
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