trade school

noun

: a secondary school teaching the skilled trades

Examples of trade school in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The number of participants who reported applying to a college or trade school increased from 16% to 27% during the first year, according to a study produced by Mayors for a Guaranteed Income, a group of mayors advocating for such programs. Emily Opilo, Baltimore Sun, 11 Aug. 2024 The change provided more state aid to those who lack legal immigration status, attend certain trade schools, such as barber college, or have lower course loads than required for federal aid. Suzanne Gamboa, NBC News, 8 Aug. 2024 Candidates can advocate for nontraditional forms of education, expanding opportunities for two-year programs, apprenticeships and trade schools, which can lead to lifelong, high-paying jobs. Micky Horstman, Orlando Sentinel, 10 Aug. 2024 Private trade schools are a much faster option for women interested in flying. Tribune News Service, Hartford Courant, 30 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for trade school 

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Word History

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of trade school was in 1829

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“Trade school.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/trade%20school. Accessed 12 Sep. 2024.

Kids Definition

trade school

noun
: a secondary school teaching the skilled trades

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