Johnny-come-lately Definition

jŏnē-kŭm-lātlē
johnny-come-latelies
noun
A newcomer or latecomer, especially a recent adherent to a cause or trend.
American Heritage
One who is late or recent in arriving at a place, position, or viewpoint.
Webster's New World

(idiomatic) A newcomer; a novice; an upstart.

She might take offense if some Johnny-come-lately thinks he can do a better job.
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Noun

Singular:
Johnny-come-lately
Plural:
johnny-come-latelies

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