greenie
/ˈɡrini/
noun
- A person who strongly supports environmental protection and policies.
- Some people call themselves greenies because they care deeply about the planet.
- The local greenies organized a protest to stop the new factory from being built.
- My uncle is a real greenie; he recycles everything and drives an electric car.
- A beginner or inexperienced person, especially in a sport or job.
- The coach paired each veteran player with a greenie to help them learn the game.
- As a greenie in the kitchen, I made a lot of mistakes at first.
- Don't worry if you're a greenie; everyone starts somewhere.