Definition

1. Noun:
   • The process of learning the skills you need to do a particular job or activity: "Training" refers to the systematic instruction and practice that develops abilities, knowledge, or fitness for a specific purpose.
   • The state of being physically fit and prepared for a competition or task: In sports and fitness, "training" can describe the condition resulting from regular exercise and practice.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • She received excellent training as a software engineer. (She learned the necessary skills through systematic instruction.)
  • The athlete's rigorous training paid off with a gold medal. (The athlete's intense preparation led to success.)
  • The company provides on-the-job training for all new employees. (The company offers skill development while working.)

Advanced Usage

• "to be in training": to be undergoing a period of preparation, especially for an athletic event.
  • He is in training for the marathon and runs every morning.
• "to go into training": to begin a period of intensive preparation.
  • The team will go into training next month for the national championships.

Variants and Related Words

• Train (verb): To teach a person or animal a particular skill or type of behavior through practice and instruction.
  • She trains service dogs for people with disabilities.
• Trainer (noun): A person who trains people or animals.
  • The personal trainer designed a new workout plan.
• Trainee (noun): A person undergoing training for a particular job or profession.
  • The new trainees will start the program on Monday.

Synonyms

• Instruction: The act of teaching.
• Coaching: Training or tutoring, especially in sports or a specific skill.
• Drill: Repetitive training or exercise.
• Preparation: The action or process of making ready.

Related Phrases

• Training wheels: Small wheels attached to a child's bicycle to help them learn to balance.
  • My daughter just learned to ride her bike without training wheels.
• Training manual: A book of instructions for a job, skill, or piece of equipment.
  • Please consult the training manual before operating the machinery.

Idioms

• "Training ground": A place or situation that provides experience and preparation for something more challenging.
  • Working in a small startup was a great training ground for managing a larger team.

Noun

1. the result of good upbringing (especially knowledge of correct social behavior)
   • a woman of breeding and refinement
2. activity leading to skilled behavior