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Synonyms & Similar Words
mentor
tutor
teacher
instructor
trainer
guide
advisor
counselor
director
leader
manager
supervisor
overseer
expert
specialist
guru
master
mentorship
guidance
supervision
leadership
management
tutelage
apprenticeship
direction
instruction
education
teaching
training
development
guidance counselor
life coach
athletic coach
business coach
executive coach
fitness coach
wellness coach
career coach
mentor coach
sports coach
vocal coach
acting coach
dance coach
Meaning of Coach
According to Merriam-Webster, a coach is a person who teaches or trains an athlete or a team, or a person who instructs or trains someone in a particular skill or activity.
Definitions
- The Oxford English Dictionary defines a coach as a person who gives instruction or advice to someone, especially a sports team or an individual athlete, or a person who trains or teaches someone a particular skill or subject.
- The Cambridge Dictionary defines a coach as a person whose job is to teach people how to do something, especially a sport, or a vehicle that carries people, especially one that is pulled by horses.
Example Uses
- The football coach gave his team a pep talk before the big game.
- She hired a life coach to help her set and achieve her personal goals.
- The athletic coach worked with the runner to improve her technique and speed.
- The business coach helped the company's employees develop their leadership skills.
- The vocal coach worked with the singer to improve her pitch and tone.