noun
- teachers or instructors, especially those who provide practical training or guidance
Usage: formal; often used in medical or academic contexts
Examples
- The medical students worked closely with their preceptors during clinical rotations.
- Experienced preceptors guided the new nurses through their first weeks on the ward.
- The residency program assigned preceptors to supervise each intern’s progress.
- Clinical preceptors evaluated the students’ practical skills in real healthcare settings.
- The pharmacy school required students to complete hours with licensed preceptors.
- Nursing preceptors provided one-on-one mentorship to help students transition to practice.