2syllables
'prentice
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Definitions of'prentice
1noun
- A trainee, especially in a skilled trade.
- One who is bound by indentures or by legal agreement to serve a tradesperson, or other person, for a certain time, with a view to learn the art, or trade, in which his master is bound to instruct him.
- One not well versed in a subject; a tyro or newbie.
1verb
- To put under the care and supervision of a master, for the purpose of instruction in a trade or business.
Example: "He was apprenticed to a local employer."
- To be an apprentice to.
Example: "Joe apprenticed three different photographers before setting up his own studio."
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