battle-scarred vs novice

battle-scarred

adj
  • Having scars or other damage received in battle 

novice

noun
  • A beginner; one who is not very familiar or experienced in a particular subject. 

  • A new member of a religious order accepted on a conditional basis, prior to confirmation. 

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