Definition of trainer

"Trainer" has roots in the Old French word "trainer," meaning "to drag" or "to draw." This stemmed from the Latin word "trahere," also meaning "to draw" or "to pull." The evolution of meaning reflects the initial usage of the word, likely referring to the physical act of training animals by pulling or guiding them. Over time, it broadened to include the act of training people, highlighting the concept of drawing out their skills and potential.