Stripling
(noun)
- A young man or boy who is slender, youthful, or inexperienced.
- A young or immature individual who lacks experience or maturity.
Origin:
Derived from the noun 'strip', meaning a slender piece or a rod, and the suffix '-ling', meaning a young or small person or thing.
Examples:
- The stripling was too inexperienced to handle the challenges of the job, and quickly became overwhelmed.
- The stripling was tall and slender, with a boyish face and a shy demeanor.
- The stripling was easily intimidated by the more experienced and confident men in the room.
- The stripling's innocence and inexperience made him a target for bullies and pranksters.
- The stripling was eager to learn and grow, and was willing to take on any task or challenge in order to improve.