with training wheels
The phrase "with training wheels" originally refers to small wheels attached to a child's bicycle for balance, but it is also used metaphorically to describe beginner-level assistance.
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Definition
B2Education
(metaphorical, informal)Describes a beginner's level of support or assistance in learning a new skill.
Example
- She's coding with training wheels right now, but she'll soon be able to write programs independently.
A2Child Development
(literal, common)Refers to a bicycle equipped with extra wheels for balance, used by children learning to ride.
Example
- He finally took off his training wheels and rode his bike without any help.
Similar
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