train·ing

train·ing
/ˈtreınıŋ/ noun [noncount]
1 : a process by which someone is taught the skills that are needed for an art, profession, or job

The job requires special training.

She owes her flexibility to her early training as a dancer.

He received training in first aid.

combat/flight training

training programs

on-the-job training [=training that you are given while you are doing a job and getting paid]

She's in training to be an astronaut. [=she is being trained to be an astronaut]

a young doctor who's still in training

a training manual [=a book of instructions for a job or task]

— see also basic training, toilet training
2 : the process by which an athlete prepares for competition by exercising, practicing, etc.

She's in training for the Olympics.

— see also spring training

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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