“Newb,” also spelled “noob” or “newbie,” is a slang term used to describe someone who is new to a particular activity, profession, or field. It is often used in a playful or teasing way, but it can also be used in a more derogatory way to imply that someone is inexperienced or incompetent.

The term “newb” is thought to have originated in the early 1990s, possibly from the word “newbie” or from the online gaming community. It quickly became popular on the internet and is now widely used in both online and offline contexts.