mentorship (/ˈmen.tɔːr.ʃɪp/)
noun · Advanced · Work & Business
🔊 /ˈmen.tɔːr.ʃɪp/
Meaning
Meaning: guidance by an expert
A relationship in which an experienced person guides and advises a less experienced one.
Examples
🗣 The mentorship program pairs new staff with senior colleagues who offer advice and support.
Etymology
From ‘Mentor’, a character in Homer’s Odyssey who guided Telemachus, plus ‘-ship’.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in workplaces and education for guidance relationships.
Literary Heritage
The word comes from Mentor, the trusted guide of young Telemachus in Homer’s Odyssey.
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Tags: work, guidance