train‧ing S2 W1 / treɪnɪŋ / 名词

1 [单数形式，不可数] 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 [不可数名词] 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 something

She’s in training for the Olympics.

→ spring training

COLLOCATIONS

动词

give somebody/provide training Employees should also be given adequate training in fire safety precautions.

receive/have/undergo training A small group would receive intensive training, and then would train others.

need/require training The team will need extra software training.

training + NOUN

a training course/programme All staff are invited to take any training course at company expense.

a training session Make sure you attend the computer training sessions.

a training manual She has written a training manual for social workers.

ADJECTIVES/NOUN + training

on-the-job training (= while doing a job rather than in a classroom ) On-the-job training was seen as more important than formal education.

in-service training (= while working for an employer ) Most employees take advantage of our in-service training program.

formal training Vaughan had no formal training in art.

staff training Insufficient priority is given to staff training.

teacher training Applications for postgraduate teacher training have increased by nearly 50%.

job/vocational training The college provides vocational training for nurses and theatre technicians.

basic training All navy cooks undergo basic training as sailors.