cleanskin

/ˈkliːnskin/

Definitions

1. noun

A person, especially a terrorist, who has no previous convictions or known involvement in illegal activities; a novice or inexperienced person.

“The authorities were searching for a cleanskin who might be involved in the recent bombing.”

2. noun

A person who has no previous convictions, especially in a country where this is a requirement for a job or position.

“The new law firm required a cleanskin to work in their finance department.”

Synonyms

  • greenhorn
  • novice

Antonyms

  • experienced
  • seasoned