What does the cryptic crossword clue "Inexperienced solver nibbling at the edges (5)" mean?

The definition is "Inexperienced". The wordplay uses charade, parts. YOU (synonym of "solver") + NG (middle of "nibbling") [outer letters: "edges"]; definition: "Inexperienced" The answer is YOUNG.

Inexperienced solver nibbling at the edges (5)

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