noun
- plural of tenderfoot; inexperienced people, especially newcomers to the American West or to outdoor activities
Usage: informal; often used in Western contexts
Examples
- The ranch foreman had little patience for tenderfeet who couldn’t handle basic chores.
- These tenderfeet from the city had never seen a real campfire before.
- The hiking guide warned the tenderfeet about the dangers of mountain weather.
- Most tenderfeet learn quickly once they get some experience under their belts.
- The old cowboys enjoyed telling tall tales to scare the tenderfeet.
- Don’t worry about being tenderfeet – everyone starts somewhere.