Meaning of 'intern'

noun

an advanced student or graduate in any field gaining supervised practical experience, usually unpaid

Example: "The intern followed the work of a more experienced partner at the law-firm."

Synonyms: interne houseman medical intern

verb

work to gain experience in an advanced field

Example: "The young doctor is interning at the local hospital this year."

verb

deprive of freedom, usually in a confined area

Example: "During World War II, many Japanese individuals were interned in camps in the West."

Synonyms: confine detain