training

noun

train·​ing ˈtrā-niŋ How to pronounce training (audio)
1
a
: the act, process, or method of one that trains
b
: the skill, knowledge, or experience acquired by one that trains
2
: the state of being trained

Examples of training in a Sentence

The job requires special training. She owes her flexibility to her early training as a dancer. He received training in first aid. a young doctor who's still in training She's in training for the Olympics.
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Your First Diagnosis The Hofstra 4+4 Program: BS-BA/MD consists of four years of undergraduate education followed by four years of medical school training, seamlessly integrated into a single pathway. Kristen Moon, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025 Earlier Sunday, Ukraine’s army said at least 12 Ukrainian service members were killed and more than 60 were injured in a Russian missile strike on an army training unit. Samya Kullab, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2025 Superintendent Lee White said funds from the oil and gas industry paid for a new wing at the elementary school, a science lab for students, turf on the sports field and training for teachers. Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2025 In Texas, a rabbi credited training for his actions ending a hostage-taking standoff. Hannah Allam, ProPublica, 31 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for training

Word History

First Known Use

1537, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of training was in 1537

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“Training.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/training. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

training

noun
train·​ing
1
: the course followed by one who trains or is being trained
2
: the knowledge, experience, or condition acquired by one who trains

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