training

train|ing

W1S3 [ˈtreınıŋ] n

1.) [singular, U]

the process of teaching or being taught the skills for a particular job or activity

→↑train training in

▪ On the course we received training in every aspect of the job.

▪ Police drivers have to undergo intensive training .

▪ a rigorous training session

▪ On-the job training will be supplemented by classroom lectures.

▪ The shop opens late on Fridays because of staff training .

2.) [U]

physical exercises that you do to stay healthy or prepare for a competition

→↑train

▪ Lesley does weight training twice a week.

be in training for sth

▪ She's in training for the Olympics.

→↑spring training

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COLLOCATES for sense 1

give somebody training

receive/undergo training

a training course/programme/session

a training session

a training manual (=a book you use in training)

on-the-job training (=while doing a job rather than in a classroom)

in-service training (=while working for an employer rather than at college etc)

teacher training (=training you do to become a teacher)

staff/management training

basic training (=the first training that a soldier receives)

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