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

Twenty-four players have been selected for the training camp, which will take place Jan. 14-21 in Carson, California, running concurrently with the USWNT’s training camp. —Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2025

There are also endless security protocols, complex billing processes and relentless training requirements. —Joshua Siler, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025

Constant helped construct the USTA’s Junior Tennis Champions Center in College Park, Maryland, then signed on as the maintenance manager for the facility, a regional training hub for young tennis talent. —Maya Singer, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2025

But as a five-star quarterback, Ewers had the opportunity to cash in and took advantage by reclassifying, leaving Southlake Carroll before his senior season began and enrolling at Ohio State in August 2021, midway through the Buckeyes’ preseason training camp. —Sam Khan Jr., The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025

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