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self-trained

  • a word derived from train.
    train
    noun
    a self-propelled, connected group of rolling stock.

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The company, led by self-trained engineer Peter Beck, is planning to launch its first so-called medium-lift rocket this year.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 5, 2026

Born in Lancashire, the self-trained engineer started his first business venture with his brother at the age of 21.

From BBC May 12, 2025

“Some of us went to college to learn puppetry, or acting schools, etc., but Megan is a self-trained ventriloquist — something none of us have done.”

From Washington Post Sep. 20, 2022

Claim to Fame: Mr. Sebbag is a self-trained caterer-turned-chef who parlayed his wildly theatrical cooking style into high-profile restaurant stints and collaborations with lifestyle brands.

From New York Times Mar. 26, 2022

In the end, being long self-trained in taking despair sitting down, I managed very easily to keep my seat.

From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger