Tenderfoot
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A delicate person; one not inured to the hardship and rudenessof pioneer life. [Slang, Western U.S.]
Tenderfoot meaning & definition 1 of Tenderfoot.
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[American] slang dating back to the time of the old west. It was used by people who were [established] in frontier towns to describe someone [new], either to the area or the prevailing conditions; someone lacking [experience] and who was perhaps a little [naive]. Mildly [disparaging] but without any real malice it is still used occasionally to describe someone who is just starting out on their chosen career.
Tenderfoot meaning & definition 2 of Tenderfoot.
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[greenhorn] [neophyte]
One who is inexperienced.
One who has limited experience.
A boy scout who has not earned enough merit badges to quailfy as an Eagle Scout.
One who has injured a foot.Tenderfoot meaning & definition 3 of Tenderfoot.
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an inexperienced person, a newcomer
Tenderfoot meaning & definition 4 of Tenderfoot.
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The first rank to be earned upon entering Boy Scouts.
Tenderfoot meaning & definition 5 of Tenderfoot.