What is the meaning of mentor?

noun

  • A wise and trusted guide and advisor.

verb

  • Serve as a teacher or trusted counselor.
    • usage: "The famous professor mentored him during his years in graduate school"; "She is a fine lecturer but she doesn't like mentoring"
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