Apprenticed: meaning, definitions and examples

work experience

To be apprenticed means to be officially assigned to work for a skilled worker in order to learn a trade or craft. This arrangement allows an apprentice to gain practical experience under the guidance of a master. The term is often used in contexts such as carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work. Apprenticeships can vary in duration and often involve a combination of on-the-job training and classroom education, sometimes leading to certification or qualification in the field.

intern, learner, novice, trainee

Examples of usage

• She was apprenticed to a master carpenter.

• He spent five years apprenticed as a blacksmith.

• Many electricians start their careers as apprentices.

• Apprenticed to a renowned chef, she learned the art of fine cooking.