farm league

The term "farm league" is widely used in sports to describe a minor league system that nurtures and develops talent for higher levels of competition.

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Definition

(technical, baseball)A minor league system where players train and develop skills before moving to a major league team.

Many future stars start their careers in a farm league before making it to the major leagues.

(figurative)An organization or system that serves as a training ground for developing talent in various fields.

The company's internship program acts as a farm league for future full-time employees.

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