training

noun

train·​ing ˈtrā-niŋ How to pronounce training (audio)
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

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.
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The Cleveland Browns are just five days away from the start of training camp, and ultimately closer to an answer about who their starting quarterback will be in 2025. Michael Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 July 2025 Anyone with professional healthcare training was excluded. New Atlas, 19 July 2025 All activity at the training facility was immediately suspended. Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 19 July 2025 Orlando’s team media day at the AdventHealth Training Center is set for Sept. 29 with training camp starting the next day. Jason Beede, The Orlando Sentinel, 19 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for training

Word History

First Known Use

1537, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of training was in 1537

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“Training.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/training. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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

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