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training Definition

train·ing (-iŋ)

noun

  1. the action or method of one that trains
  2. the process or experience of being trained

training Synonyms

training

modif.

preliminary, educational, disciplinary, pedagogic, doctrinal, scholastic, preparatory.

training Synonyms

training

n.

drill, practice, exercise, preparation, instruction, foundation, schooling, discipline, basic principles, groundwork, coaching, indoctrination, preliminaries, tune-up*, build-up*; see also education.

training Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • undergo: The pupils undergoing basic pilot training at Syerston were a mixed bunch.
  • undertake: Once assessed, it might be appropriate for directors to undertake formal training or, perhaps, a program of executive coaching.
  • receive: The nursing staff who have received training in fire drill will give directions which you should follow.
  • deliver: Existing learning providers will be used to deliver the training.
  • provide: No skills required - we will provide full training How much time do I need to commit?

Adjective modifier

  • vocational: Factors such as work experience or vocational training can also be taken into account when considering an entry application.
  • formal: On the surface this is an easy task, for which there is no formal training.
  • initial: The role of the mentor In 1992, the emphasis of initial teacher training shifted to schools.
  • in-service: This reflects very well on the arrangements for the in-service training of teachers and headteachers in small schools.
  • in-house: Whilst in-house training is very common, its effectiveness is uncertain.
  • intensive: Frequent and intensive training can also lower immunity and resistance to disease.

Modifies a noun

  • session: Training sessions are usually twice a week in the college gym.
  • course: I want to buy a pub lease, should I go on a training course first?
  • program: How can I secure the training program in the location I wish?
  • provider: Also includes a list of training providers in Scotland.
  • camp: Town jet out on a 5 day training camp break to Spain this Friday, March 16th.

Noun used with modifier

  • teacher: The role of the mentor In 1992, the emphasis of initial teacher training shifted to schools.
  • postgraduate: Abstract: Pharmaceutical care or drug therapy follow up requires not only undergraduate but regulated continuing postgraduate training.
  • specialist: IRA members also traveled to Libya for specialist training in the use of their new armory.
  • awareness: The average effect size of phoneme awareness training on phoneme awareness was.85 across all studies.
training Quotes

We've never surrendered before. It's not part of our training.

—Norman, Major Mike

There is a homely adage that runs,'Speak softlyand carry a big stick, and you will go far.' If the American nation will speak softlyand yet build, and keep at a pitch of the highest training, the Monroe Doctrine will go far.

—Roosevelt,Theodore

Give us labour and the training which fits for labour! We demand this, not for ourselves alone, but for the race.

—Iron