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trainer

Pronunciation: /ˈtɹeɪnə/

The English word “trainer” has 6 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A person who trains another; a coach.
  2. A person responsible for treating injuries sustained by players during matches; a physiotherapist.
  3. A running shoe or sneaker.
  4. A patch for a video game that applies cheats.
  5. A piece of indoor equipment allowing a bicycle to be ridden while stationary.
  6. A device for encouraging the roots of a plant to grow in a certain direction.

Etymology

From train + -er.

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