Apprenticed Meaning in English
word · lemma: apprentice
Definition
If someone apprenticed, they worked for a skilled person to learn a trade or job, usually for a set period of time.
Usage & Nuances
"Apprenticed" is used for the past tense and often appears with 'to' ("apprenticed to a carpenter"). It refers to formal, structured learning, mostly for manual trades or crafts, not general work experience. Not commonly used for modern office roles.
Example Sentences
He apprenticed with a local baker for three years.
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She apprenticed to a famous artist when she was young.
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Many young people apprenticed in workshops in the past.
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I apprenticed under a master carpenter before starting my own business.
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He apprenticed himself to a blacksmith to learn the craft.
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After college, she apprenticed at a jewelry studio in Paris.
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