mentorship

noun

men·​tor·​ship ˈmen-ˌtȯr-ˌship How to pronounce mentorship (audio)
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: the influence, guidance, or direction given by a mentor
Francie rides under the mentorship of Rodney Jenkins.Ami Rosi
The solution, they decided, was a two-year program welcoming adolescents into the community with equal doses of mentorship, Scripture and recreation.Nathan Thornburgh
Senior Senate women intentionally cultivate a collaborative spirit through social events and mentorship.Jill Filipovic

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Networks And Know-How Networks, mentorships and professional communities are also crucial to bringing small businesses into the digital mainstream. Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024 With Black Ambition joining as a new partner, along with returning collaborators Impact Hub, the program offers a tailored curriculum featuring mentorship, workshops, and strategic guidance. Essence, 13 Dec. 2024 Now in its seventh year, the Academy Women’s Luncheon recognizes two emerging women filmmakers, a U.S. and international fellow, who receive financial support, mentorship and networking opportunities through its one-year Gold Fellowship for Women program. Ryma Chikhoune, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024 Wisconsin's up-and-coming entrepreneurs can apply for for mentorship, strategy and financing support through the end of January. Genevieve Redsten, Journal Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for mentorship 

Word History

Etymology

mentor entry 1 + -ship

First Known Use

1848, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of mentorship was in 1848

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“Mentorship.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mentorship. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

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