noun
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the art or profession of a teacher
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(sometimes plural) something taught; precept
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(modifier) denoting a person or institution that teaches
a teaching hospital
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(modifier) used in teaching
teaching aids
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Etymology
Origin of teaching
First recorded in 1125–75, teaching is from the Middle English word teching. See teach, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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Teaching college students, I have learned silence doesn’t necessarily mean a message was ignored.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
Teaching unions had previously raised concerns that the tests could be used as a measure in future and that schools already monitor reading progress.
From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026
Teaching is “like an elixir of youth” for Cummins, said Coletti, who wasn’t surprised to hear that it took a bit of arm-twisting for Cummins to open her door to me.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026
Dauda Iliya, a media aide to the Borno State government, said authorities were working to confirm casualties from the explosions at the city's main market and the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital.
From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026
Big Ma said to Pa, “Do you hear that, son? Are your ears and eyes open? Teaching foolishness in school, and bringing it home to this half-blessed table.”
From "P.S. Be Eleven" by Rita Williams-Garcia
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