mentorship
noun
men·tor·ship
ˈmen-ˌtȯr-ˌship 
-tər-
: the influence, guidance, or direction given by a mentor
Francie rides under the mentorship of Rodney Jenkins.—
Ami Rosi
Ami RosiThe solution, they decided, was a two-year program welcoming adolescents into the community with equal doses of mentorship, Scripture and recreation.—Nathan Thornburgh
Nathan ThornburghSenior Senate women intentionally cultivate a collaborative spirit through social events and mentorship.—Jill Filipovic
Jill FilipovicExamples of mentorship in a Sentence
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Unlike traditional training facilities that focus primarily on mechanics and performance, The Training Camp HQ incorporates mentorship and education into its training model.
—Amari Riley
june 17, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2026
To support this mission, each artist received a $10,000 BMAC Music Maker Grant, along with a year of mentorship, development, and access to BMAC programming and industry connections, including the opportunity for a major distribution deal.
—Christine Imarenezor, VIBE.com, 17 June 2026
Jones is a beneficiary of Wilson's Miami mentorship program, the 5,000 Role Models of Excellence Project, which provides access and opportunities for young Black men.
—Jay Stahl, USA Today, 16 June 2026
Throughout the summer, participants will work alongside Motown teams, contribute to active projects and receive mentorship from industry professionals, providing a behind-the-scenes look at the many career paths available within the modern music business.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 15 June 2026
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Amari Riley
june 17, Charlotte Observer, 17 June 2026
To support this mission, each artist received a $10,000 BMAC Music Maker Grant, along with a year of mentorship, development, and access to BMAC programming and industry connections, including the opportunity for a major distribution deal.
—Christine Imarenezor, VIBE.com, 17 June 2026
Jones is a beneficiary of Wilson's Miami mentorship program, the 5,000 Role Models of Excellence Project, which provides access and opportunities for young Black men.
—Jay Stahl, USA Today, 16 June 2026
Throughout the summer, participants will work alongside Motown teams, contribute to active projects and receive mentorship from industry professionals, providing a behind-the-scenes look at the many career paths available within the modern music business.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 15 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for mentorship
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“Mentorship.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mentorship. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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