training

noun

train·​ing ˈtrā-niŋ 

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

Synonyms

• drill
• exercise
• practice
• practise
• routine
• workout

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Only Robinson and Paul count against the salary cap this season because of the NFL’s top 51 rule, which means only the top 51 salaries of the team’s 90-player training camp roster counts against the cap. —Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 4 June 2024

That is not the case if Lamb’s holdout continues into training camp. —Clarence E. Hill Jr., Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 June 2024

Construction of the fieldhouse will begin after training camp takes place this summer. —Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2024

While many emerging artists are aided by the connections and prestige that come with earning an arts degree, McCloud has no formal training. —Robin Pogrebin, New York Times, 2 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1537, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing training

• assertiveness training
• autogenic training
• basic training
• crate-training
• high-intensity interval training
• interval training
• in training
• on-the-job training
• potty training
• spring training
• strength training
• toilet training
• training college
• training manual
• training school
• training shoe
• training table
• training wheels
• weight training

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