trainee

/ˈtreɪniː/

Definitions

1. noun

A person receiving training or instruction in a particular skill or profession.

“The hospital hired several trainees to help with the busy flu season.”

2. noun

A person who is learning a sport or activity, especially one that requires skill or physical fitness.

“The swim coach was working with a team of trainees to perfect their strokes.”

Synonyms

  • apprentice
  • novice
  • protégé

Antonyms

  • expert
  • veteran