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

Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst traded a seventh round draft pick to Tennessee on Aug. 27 after both Sean Clifford and Michael Pratt were released at the end of training camp. —Rob Reischel, Forbes, 8 Sep. 2024

Players first started wearing a protective cover on their helmets, known as a Guardian Cap, during training camps in the 2022 season. —Simon Spichak, Health, 8 Sep. 2024

Litchfield also volunteered to help with the war effort, and a training facility called Goodyear Aircraft was built at the southern end of Litchfield Road. —Alexandra Hardle, The Arizona Republic, 6 Sep. 2024

Such findings demonstrate the importance of comprehensive teacher training on AI platforms. —Tim Shriver, TIME, 6 Sep. 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