mentorship
noun
men·tor·ship
ˈmen-ˌtȯr-ˌship 
-tər-
: the influence, guidance, or direction given by a mentor
Francie rides under the mentorship of Rodney Jenkins.—
Ami Rosi
Ami RosiThe solution, they decided, was a two-year program welcoming adolescents into the community with equal doses of mentorship, Scripture and recreation.—Nathan Thornburgh
Nathan ThornburghSenior Senate women intentionally cultivate a collaborative spirit through social events and mentorship.—Jill Filipovic
Jill FilipovicExamples of mentorship in a Sentence
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Regional mentorship program underway The second cohort of the Northwest Indiana Influential Women Association’s mentorship program has started.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
He is known for his mastery of natural glazes, mentorship of other artists, and dedication to a humble life despite his professional success.
—Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2026
And our employee resource groups create excellent opportunities for mentorship.
—Teuila Hanson, Fortune, 3 Apr. 2026
While students are in class, the school's staff take over child care and provide mentorship for the young women.
—ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
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Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 5 Apr. 2026
He is known for his mastery of natural glazes, mentorship of other artists, and dedication to a humble life despite his professional success.
—Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 3 Apr. 2026
And our employee resource groups create excellent opportunities for mentorship.
—Teuila Hanson, Fortune, 3 Apr. 2026
While students are in class, the school's staff take over child care and provide mentorship for the young women.
—ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for mentorship
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“Mentorship.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mentorship. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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