Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fresher

noun

/ˈfrɛʃər/

Definition

A person who is new to a particular environment or field, especially a student in their first year of college or university.

Examples

As a fresher, Emily found it challenging to adjust to the demands of university life.
The company is looking to hire freshers for entry-level positions.
Every year, the college hosts a welcome party for freshers.

Meaning

The term ‘fresher’ typically refers to someone who is inexperienced or just starting out, often used in an educational context to describe first-year students.