Definitions for: Neophyte


[n] a new convert being taught the principles of Christianity by a catechist
[n] any new participant in some activity



Webster (1913) Definition: Ne"o*phyte, n. [L. neophytis, Gr. ?, prop., newly
planted; ? new + ? grown, ? that which has grown, a plant,
fr. ? to grow: cf. F. n['e]ophyte. See New, and Be.]
1. A new convert or proselyte; -- a name given by the early
Christians, and still given by the Roman Catholics, to
such as have recently embraced the Christian faith, and
been admitted to baptism, esp. to converts from heathenism
or Judaism.

2. A novice; a tyro; a beginner in anything.

Synonyms: catechumen, entrant, fledgeling, fledgling, freshman, newcomer, starter

See Also: beginner, educatee, enlistee, initiate, novice, pupil, recruit, student, tiro, tyro

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