English · Work & Business
training
/ˈtreɪ.nɪŋ/
[/ˈtreɪ.nɪŋ/]
teaching of skills
Beginnernoun
Definition
The process of learning the skills needed to do a job or activity, through practice and teaching.
Example
New employees receive two weeks of training before they start working with customers.
New employees receive two weeks of training before they start working with customers.
Etymology
From 'train' (Old French 'trainer', to drag, draw out) plus '-ing'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in work, sport, and military contexts.