A Padawan is a learner or apprentice. The term can refer specifically to a Jedi apprentice within the Star Wars universe. It can also be used more generally to refer to a trainee, a beginner, or an inexperienced person. (dictionary.com)
Jedi Padawans wear a single long thin tight braid on the right side, to show their rank for easy identification

This morning our Spin Class Leader used the term Paduwan (I had to look-it-up)

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