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trainers

|train-ers|

B1

🇺🇸

/ˈtreɪnərz/

🇬🇧

/ˈtreɪnəz/

(trainer)

one who trains

Base FormPluralAdjective
trainertrainerstrainer-like
Etymology
Etymology Information

'trainer' originates from the English word 'train,' which comes from the Old French 'trainer,' meaning 'to drag or pull.'

Historical Evolution

'trainer' evolved from the Old French 'trainer' and became the modern English word 'trainer.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'one who trains or drags,' but over time it evolved to mean 'a person who trains others' and 'a type of shoe.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a type of shoe designed for sports or casual wear, also known as sneakers.

He wore trainers to the gym.

Synonyms

Noun 2

a person who trains people or animals.

The dog trainer was very experienced.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45