drillmaster
|drill-mas-ter|
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/ˈdrɪlˌmæstər/
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/ˈdrɪlˌmɑːstə/
military trainer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'drillmaster' originates from the combination of 'drill' and 'master', where 'drill' refers to repetitive training exercises and 'master' denotes someone skilled or in charge.
Historical Evolution
'drillmaster' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception in English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a person who trains others in exercises', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who instructs or trains others in military drills or exercises.
The drillmaster shouted commands to the recruits during the training session.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/02/20 19:58