boot camp

• Programme d'entraînement intensif, souvent de style militaire, conçu pour améliorer rapidement la condition physique, la discipline ou les compétences ; également utilisé métaphoriquement pour des cours ou programmes intensifs dans divers domaines.

A rigorous, often military-style training program designed to quickly improve physical fitness, discipline, or skills; also used metaphorically for intensive courses or programs in various fields.

1. Military trainingB1formal

   A rigorous training program for new military recruits to build physical fitness and discipline.

   camp d'entraînement militaire

   • He went to boot camp after enlisting in the army.
   • Boot camp is designed to break down and rebuild recruits.
   • The drill sergeant ran the boot camp with strict discipline.

2. B1informal

   An intensive, short-term fitness program that combines various exercises.

   camp d'entraînement fitness

   • She joined a weekend boot camp to get in shape.
   • The fitness boot camp included running, push-ups, and weightlifting.
   • Boot camps are popular for quick weight loss.

3. Correctional programB2formalamerican

   A short-term, strict program for juvenile offenders or people with behavioral issues.

   camp de redressement

   • The judge sentenced him to a boot camp for first-time offenders.
   • The boot camp aimed to teach discipline and responsibility.
   • He was sent to a correctional boot camp for six months.