Freshman Definition & Meaning

freshman
adjective
  1. used of a person in the first year of an experience (especially in United States high school or college); "a freshman senator"; "freshman year in high school or college"
noun
  1. a first-year undergraduate
  2. any new participant in some activity

"Freshman" in song lyrics

See how freshman is used in real songs:

  • "Freshman! Freshman!"
    Asher Roth
  • "And steppin in as a special specimen fresher than freshman"
    Benefit — So Sick
  • "Most of all freshman"
    Five Deez — Instruments of the Trade

Usage tips for "freshman"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "freshman" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for freshman to find words that pair well.

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