Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Idioms

Question:

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

A green horn

Options:

Uneducated person

Inexperienced person

Clever person

Skilled person

Correct Answer:

Inexperienced person

Explanation:

The most appropriate meaning of the given idiom "a green horn" is inexperienced person.

It means someone who is new to a particular situation or activity and does not have much experience. It is often used to describe someone who is making mistakes because they do not know what they are doing.

The other options are incorrect:

  • Uneducated person: A green horn is not necessarily uneducated. They may simply lack experience in a particular area.
  • Clever person: A green horn is not necessarily clever. They may simply be inexperienced.
  • Skilled person: A green horn is not necessarily unskilled. They may simply lack experience.