fresher

noun
UK /ˈfreʃ.ər/
US /ˈfreʃ.ɚ/

A fresher is a student who has just started at a university or college.

My cousin is a fresher at the university this year.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A person who is new to a job or activity.

As a fresher at the company, she is still learning the ropes.

3. Something that is fresher is more fresh, such as food or air.

The bread from this bakery is fresher than the one from the supermarket.

4. A first-year student in secondary school in some countries.

The freshers gathered in the hall for their welcome talk.