becoming proficient in the use of something; having mastery of
"his mastering the art of cooking took a long time"
the act of making a master recording from which copies can be made
"he received a bill for mastering the concert and making 100 copies"
Becoming professional in the use of something; having mastery of.
"After years of intensive practice, she is finally mastering the complex techniques required to become a concert pianist."
In plain English: Mastering is the skill of becoming really good at something through lots of practice and study.
"The guitar teacher praised her for showing real mastering in just three months of practice."
Usage: This term is often confused with the verb form, but as a noun it specifically refers to the state or process of achieving expertise rather than the act itself. It carries a formal tone and should be avoided in casual conversation where "getting good at" would suffice.
present participle of master
"After months of practice, she was finally mastering the complex piano sonata."
In plain English: To master something means to become really good at it through lots of practice and study.
"She spent months mastering the piano before her recital."