trainer

noun

train·​er ˈtrā-nər How to pronounce trainer (audio)
1
: a person who trains someone or something: such as
a
: one whose occupation is to guide or instruct people in fitness and exercise routines
a personal trainer
When we run the track, Stan Ward, a boxing and conditioning trainer, times us.Bridgett Riley
b
: one who oversees the training of animals
a dog/horse trainer
A trainer uses the clicker to create an auditory cue that marks a particular behavior and then rewards the dog with a treat.C. C. Holland
2
: a person who treats the ailments and minor injuries of the members of an athletic team
… he landed so hard that the wind was knocked out of him. He lay writhing on the ground as Herm Schneider, the team trainer, rushed to his side.William Nack
3
: something (such as a machine or vehicle) used in training see also elliptical trainer
4
chiefly British : sneaker sense 2
They wore trainers, scuffed and old, with the laces loose and the tongues protruding in defiance at the ankle.M. J. Trow

Examples of trainer in a Sentence

the boxer and his trainer She hired a personal trainer.
Recent Examples on the Web Leave a comment View Comments The strategies above can be employed without the help of a trainer, but don’t hesitate to seek the support of a fitness professional. Dana Santas, CNN, 8 Mar. 2024 Besides their regular duties, crewmembers double as a scuba instructor, a masseuse, a pro kitesurfer, a personal trainer, a yoga instructor, and even a DJ. Gemma Harris, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2024 Teel, 32, is an accomplished professional mountain bike racer and personal trainer. Rosalio Ahumada, Sacramento Bee, 23 Feb. 2024 Betty came in hot after the success of Season 1, demanding a private jet just for herself, one for her trainer. USA TODAY, 23 Feb. 2024 Here’s the thing: The butt wink is a bit of a divisive topic—not only on the internet, but among trainers and physical therapists too. Christa Sgobba, SELF, 22 Feb. 2024 On Monday, the 55-year-old actress posted a video on Instagram showing off her intense, functional fitness routine with her trainer from Pvolve, Dani Coleman. Vanessa Etienne, Peoplemag, 26 Feb. 2024 Kane, who wants to be a trainer when she’s done playing ball, has served as a mentor to freshman point guard Kailyn Terrell – the youngest player on the team at age 19. Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 26 Feb. 2024 Apart from being a licensed international practitioner, Tedi is a master PMU artist and international trainer. Molly Peck, The Arizona Republic, 23 Feb. 2024

These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'trainer.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

Word History

First Known Use

1543, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of trainer was in 1543

Dictionary Entries Near trainer

Cite this Entry

“Trainer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trainer. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

trainer

noun
train·​er ˈtrān-ər How to pronounce trainer (audio)
1
: one that trains
2
: a person who treats the minor ailments and injuries of the members of an athletic team

More from Merriam-Webster on trainer

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!