debutants

Society's fresh faces

Debutants is the plural of debutant, a person making a first public appearance in a particular role or field.

The word applies to performers, athletes, or anyone entering a new arena: The debutants struggled against the experienced squad.

The feminine form debutante traditionally refers to a young woman formally introduced to society, though debutant remains gender-neutral in most contexts.

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cotillion

Formal society dance event

coming-outPublic declaration of identity
ballSpherical plaything or gala
presentationFormal display to viewers

season · society · elite · aristocracy · gown · curtsy · escort · finishing school · etiquette · waltz

performance

newcomer

Recent arrival somewhere

first appearanceInitial public presentation
premiereFirst public performance
stageRaised performance platform

spotlight · entrance · introduction · audience · applause · nerves · talent · showcase · recognition · breakthrough

sports

rookie

Inexperienced newcomer

draft pickAthlete chosen by team
prospectPotential client or opportunity
trainingDeveloping abilities through practice

club · league · professional · amateur · youth · academy · contract · transfer · signing · potential

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