prentice

¹

[ pren-tis ]

noun

, Informal.

1. apprentice.

Prentice

²

[ pren-tis ]

noun

1. a male given name.

prentice

/ ˈprɛntɪs /

noun

1. an archaic word for apprentice

Other Words From

• under·prentice noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of prentice¹

1250–1300; Middle English; aphetic form of apprentice

Example Sentences

Prosecutor Alex Prentice KC earlier told the court that the messages on the encrypted phone network Encrochat showed Stevenson discussing plans to import kilo blocks of cocaine with Cross, as well as the use of Bilsland provide “an appearance of legitimacy”.

From BBC

Rothwell’s hilarious line reads for the character were unmatched, so when it came time to officially cast Kelli, “Insecure” creator Issa Rae and showrunner Prentice Penny already considered the job to be hers.

From Salon

Professor Barry Prentice, director at the University of Manitoba Transport Institute, said the government would likely pass back-to-work legislation in the coming days if the sides couldn't come to an agreement, as has been done in similar past disputes.

From BBC

For TV writer and director Prentice Penny, he joined Twitter as a Los Angeles Lakers fan, looking for team updates like trades, injuries and potential draft picks.

From Salon

Watch my "Salon Talks" episode with Prentice Penny here on YouTube, or read a Q&A of our conversation below to hear more about what he learned about Twitter culture while working on the project and his ideas on what will be the next safe space for Black creatives.

From Salon

Related Words

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• learner
• neophyte
• newcomer
• pupil
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