trainee

noun

train·​ee trā-ˈnē How to pronounce trainee (audio)
Synonyms of traineenext
: one that is being trained especially for a job
traineeship noun

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These shows typically feature a group of trainees who compete for a chance to debut in an idol group. Rebecca Cairns, CNN Money, 19 Feb. 2026 The facility can be arranged with the floorplan of a typical school or office building, and instructors can change the arrangement easily so trainees don’t become accustomed to the same scenario again and again. Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 19 Feb. 2026 Part of the appeal for Martin was that Cooke, who started his career as a trainee director at the RSC, is steeped in the Bard, as is Macmillan. Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 18 Feb. 2026 Dreier said his farm has also used an immigrant trainee since the early '90s. John Lauritsen, CBS News, 17 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for trainee

Word History

First Known Use

1833, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of trainee was in 1833

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“Trainee.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trainee. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.

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trainee

noun
train·​ee trā-ˈnē How to pronounce trainee (audio)
: a person who is being trained for a job

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