What does "coaching" mean?

1. (instruction or training) the act of teaching or training someone to help them improve a skill. 2. (horse-drawn transport) the business or activity of using horse-drawn carriages to move people.

How do you use "coaching"?

Often used as an uncountable noun when referring to the general activity. Typically used in historical contexts.

coaching

US //ˈkoʊtʃɪŋ// UK //kˈəʊtʃɪŋ// coach·ing

1 instruction or training (n.)
B1 Intermediate

the act of teaching or training someone to help them improve a skill.

the process of providing professional guidance or instruction to improve a person's performance or skills.

Example

The team's performance improved quickly thanks to excellent coaching from their new manager.

Example

The executive sought professional coaching to refine her leadership style and improve communication within her department.

Usage

Often used as an uncountable noun when referring to the general activity.
- training
- tutoring
- mentoring
2 horse-drawn transport (n.)
C2 Proficiency Archaic

the business or activity of using horse-drawn carriages to move people.

the historical operation or business of transport via horse-drawn stagecoaches.

Example

In the nineteenth century, coaching was the primary way to travel between distant towns.

Example

The museum features an extensive collection of memorabilia from the golden age of coaching, including original timetables and restored carriages.

Usage

Typically used in historical contexts.