American English pronunciation

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IPA transcription: ['ɹʊki]

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Noun

  • an awkward and inexperienced youth

Usage examples

  • This eventually led to rookie quarterback Brett Smith getting a shot as the starter.
  • Rookie Ricky Hendrick finished in second.
  • His rookie year was spent mostly on the kickoff and punt units.
  • For new pros Shooto each year hold a rookie tournament in each weightclass.
  • He played both safety and cornerback his rookie year.
  • Chaney became a champion with the Boston Celtics during his rookie year.
  • Okuma co-wrote the episode "Best Man" on "Rookie Blue".
  • Many stars have had rookie cards in Bowman Draft Picks.
  • Bill Gullickson and Kerry Wood are the only rookies to have achieved the feat.
  • He ended up sharing "Rookie of the Year" honors with Larry Rice.