Evolving from the word New-byers, meaning new passing byers in town, this changed to newbie, the shortened form of this is newb.

A newb is a word used over the internet many times, usually meaning new to a subject/topic, usually a game.

A noob was evolved through the uneducated side of games played by usually children, runescape for example, where children didn't know the exact spelling of newb and changed it to noob.

Newb and noob shouldn't be confused however, newb is a new person to a game but wants to become better and be like the higher levels in a game. A noob is a new player who tends to be aggrovating and will usually spam, beg, or find any other way to annoy other players.

As not many people like those kind (noobs), the term has become something over the internet to become offensive.
High level: Hi
Newb:Hi, I'm a newb can you please tell me where to find an item for this quest?
High level:Sure, it's just over here:)
Newb:Thankyou:)
Noob: hi wat r u all up to yo hey high lvl can u plz give me lyk sum gold cus i rly need it bad for dis wep
High level: I'm sorry, I cannot understand your annoying leet language
Noob:na wot r u sayin bout how i talk can i plz just have gold man or else ill spam you cus i hav no lyf an im a geek
High level:Fuck off, you noob
by Ben d Playa August 5, 2007
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A player who eases their way to the top, respect them. A noob, on the other hand, has no will to get there.. by himself. Just read the sentences. Drumroll, please?
Newb: Can you help me get a diamond dagger?
Pro: Sure!

Noob: di di an bui mi nana whip!
Pro: Google translate, be there when I need you..... No noobish language? I told you....
by Nerdnerd November 4, 2016
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A newb, not to be confused with "Noob" or N00b", this word only means that this person who plays a game of any sort isn't that good at the game, but would like to become better at this game, not act childish and call everyone else "Noobs".
Someone who could be ranked as a novice in a game such as Halo or Halo 2, would like to become a better player and get a rank of apprentice, or Distinguished, surpassing the rank of a newb.
by A Twisted Illusion August 13, 2006
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Also known as "newbie". A newb is someone who has recently started an activity (commonly a computer game) and doesn't quite know everything about how the game or activity works yet.
Not to be confused with noob (or "n00b") which is a person who's game mostly consists of cheats to give them the best skills and equipment, then act as though they are an expert at the activity - usually through insults or annoying language.
Newb: Hi, I'm new, please can you tell me how to find places for quests?

Noob: LOLOLOLOLOL I pwnd y0o!!!111!!1 M0ney pleEz!11!1!!!!1 Yo0 SUxX stfuu!!1!!
by Laufeia July 11, 2008
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A person who lacks in skill due to being relatively new to something, hence the "new" in "newb". This term is more frequently used to describe new players for MMORPGs (Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game).
Hey, you just started playing, right? We'll help you power-level, newb.
by Medamaniac64 September 1, 2009
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Newb is the abbreviation of Newbie, a term describing someone who is new at a game/forum/activity. Not to be confused with Noob, an annoying ignorant bastard.

Newbs are meant to be nutured and cared for, least they become a noob. If you deal with a newb carefully, they may become a respected member of any community.
Newb: "How do I drive a car?"
Player: "Press (button)"
Newb: "Oh thanks!"

noob: l0l noob, u cant do anything

Newb: I suddenly... feel the need.. to talk in l3tt3rs... lol.. lolcats..

Player: Oh god..
by The Stone Pilot July 23, 2009
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Noun: A person, usually new to a game or forum, who is willing to get better. May devolve into a noob.
Newb: Hey, anyone know at what level I get the Fire Blade?
Experienced Player: At level 15.
Newb: Thanks. Also, where is Ronald for the quest "Cash Crops"?
Experienced Player: Just east of the Moon River where the rocks form a bridge.
Newb: Hold on... found him. Thanks!
by drowningfish February 11, 2008
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