coaches

word · lemma: coach

Definition

'Coaches' is the plural of 'coach.' It can mean people who train athletes or teams, or large buses for long-distance travel.

Usage & Nuances

'Coaches' can refer to both people (sports trainers) or vehicles (large buses, especially in UK English). Context is key: 'basketball coaches' means trainers; 'take the coaches to London' means buses. Not typically used for life/business coaches (in plural).

Example Sentences

The soccer team has three coaches.

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There are two coaches waiting outside the school.

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Our basketball coaches are very friendly.

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Several coaches gave the players advice during practice.

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All the school coaches left after the tournament was over.

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We had to put our luggage under the coaches before the trip.

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