Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wet-behind-the-ears
idiom
/wɛt bɪˈhaɪnd ði ˈɪrz/
Definition
Inexperienced or naïve.
Examples
- Despite being wet-behind-the-ears, she quickly adapted to her new job.
- He’s still a bit wet-behind-the-ears regarding the industry standards.
Meaning
This phrase is often used to describe someone who is new to a situation or not yet fully knowledgeable about something.
Synonyms
- inexperienced
- naïve
- green
- callow
