Coach

/koʊtʃ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A coach is a person who trains and instructs athletes or performers.

The coach prepared the team for the championship game.

A large, comfortable bus used for long journeys.

We traveled by coach to the festival in the city.

A private tutor or mentor.

She hired a coach to help improve her public speaking skills.

verb

To train or instruct someone.

He was hired to coach the high school basketball team.

To provide guidance or support to someone in achieving their goals.

She decided to coach her friend through the job application process.

Originating from the Hungarian 'kocsi,' which refers to a cart or carriage.

coach potato

A sedentary person who spends much time watching television.

life coach

A person who helps others achieve their personal and professional goals.

coach class

A low-cost seating category on an airplane.

mentor

An experienced and trusted adviser.

tutor

A private teacher who instructs students individually.

trainer

A person who prepares athletes for competitions.

competitor

A person or team that competes in a sport.

strategy

A plan of action designed to achieve a particular goal.

To coach someone through a situation.

Can you coach me on what to say during my interview?

A coach who is overly critical or demanding.

He's such a hard coach, always pushing us to do better.