basic training

noun

: the initial period of training of a military recruit

Examples of basic training in a Sentence

Our son is in basic training.

Recent Examples on the Web

Ryan completed basic training and Airborne School at Fort Benning, then special forces training at Fort Bragg. — Monique John, CBS News, 9 Sep. 2026

The Army's most significant response has been the Future Soldier Preparatory Course, a pre-basic training program primarily at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, for recruits who narrowly miss academic or body-fat standards. — Steven Beynon, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026

While over half of leaders say AI literacy has become more important over the past year, according to a 2026 DataCamp/YouGov survey, far fewer provide even basic training. — Tim Beerman, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

While National Guard soldier Kenroy was at basic training and advanced individual training, his wife Rose unexpectedly gave birth to their daughter Isla. — Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 23 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1914, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for basic training

• appertaining
• ascertaining
• entertaining
• uncomplaining
• abstaining
• attaining
• campaigning
• complaining
• constraining
• containing
• detaining
• disdaining

Kids Definition

basic training

noun

: the first part of training for a military recruit