apprentices
noun
- 1
A trainee, especially in a skilled trade.
- 2
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.
- 3
One not well versed in a subject; a tyro or newbie.
verb
- 1
To put under the care and supervision of a master, for the purpose of instruction in a trade or business.
“He was apprenticed to a local employer.”
- 2
To be an apprentice to.
“Joe apprenticed three different photographers before setting up his own studio.”
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