mentee

noun

men·​tee men-ˈtē How to pronounce mentee (audio)
: one who is being mentored : protégé
… nearly all the mentees opted to remain in the sciences …Sally Rubenstone

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Emma’s kindness toward him leaves Dana beaming, a mentor-mentee relationship that is often reserved for Robby and his residents. Hunter Ingram, Variety, 3 Apr. 2026 Since Fleury’s retirement at the end of last season, Gustavsson has gone from mentee to mentor, helping develop budding star Jesper Wallstedt. Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 3 Apr. 2026 What is the key to a great mentor, mentee — always a funny word. Big Think, 1 Apr. 2026 Workplace mentors have made a significant and identifiable impact on their mentees college and career readiness. Magda Liszewska, Oc Register, 30 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mentee

Word History

First Known Use

1965, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of mentee was in 1965

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“Mentee.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mentee. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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