Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
semiskilled
Adjective
/ˈsɛmiˌskɪld/
Definition
Having some training or skill, but not fully skilled or qualified.
Examples
- The factory employs many semiskilled workers who assist in assembly lines.
- Semiskilled laborers often receive on-the-job training to improve their performance.
Meaning
The term ‘semiskilled’ refers to workers who have a partial set of skills necessary to perform a specific job or task. They often require some level of training or experience but do not possess all the qualifications of a fully skilled worker.
Synonyms
- Partially skilled
- Intermediate
- Trained
