coaches
n. countable A2 Elementary US //ˈkoʊtʃɪz// UK //kˈəʊtʃɪz// coach·es
n. people who train athletes or help students improve their skills. It can also mean large, comfortable buses used for long trips.
n. individuals who provide instruction and training to athletes or performers; alternatively, large motor vehicles designed for long-distance passenger transport.
The team listens carefully to their coaches during the game.
The university hired several new coaches to improve the performance of the track and field department.
While the athletic coaches focused on physical conditioning, the academic advisors ensured that the students maintained the grades necessary to remain eligible for the upcoming national tournament.
Usage
When referring to vehicles, the term is more common in British English than American English.