basic training

noun

1. Military. a period following a person's induction into the armed forces devoted to training in basic military comportment, duties, and combat skills.

Example Sentences

In May, she dropped the restraining order and request for sole custody of Leo, who is with her most of the time now; Jackson entered the military and is busy with basic training.

From Los Angeles Times

A minimum contract of six months and basic training have since been brought in.

From BBC

Ayelet told us that Naama had arrived at the observation post just two days before the Hamas attack on Israel last year, after completing her basic training.

From BBC

“It was absolutely ridiculous. Eventually my persistence paid off and I was allowed to take basic training and I never looked back.”

From BBC

They were in basic training next to people who are going to carry a rifle and kill people.

From Los Angeles Times