mastering (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈmæstərɪŋ/
Definition
Becoming very skilled at something through practice and study.
Examples
He spent years mastering the art of negotiation.
The chef is mastering new recipes for the restaurant's menu.
She found that by mastering the basics, she could learn advanced techniques more easily.
How to Use mastering
- mastering [something] (prepositional phrase)
- Becoming skilled at a particular subject, activity, or technique. — "He is mastering the art of coding."
- mastering [a person/thing] (prepositional phrase)
- Gaining control or dominance over someone or something. — "The general was skilled at mastering his troops."
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