noun
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education, esp when received at school
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the process of teaching or being taught in a school
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the training of an animal, esp of a horse for dressage
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an archaic word for reprimand
Other Word Forms
- nonschooling noun
- self-schooling adjective
Etymology
Origin of schooling
First recorded in 1400–50, schooling is from the late Middle English word scoling. See school 1, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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For many of the program’s students, the schooling offers a chance to professionalize their passion.
From Los Angeles Times
It notes 22 percent of children starting primary schooling in England -- typically aged around five -- are overweight or obese, rising to more than a third by the time they progress to secondary schools aged 11.
From Barron's
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act made major changes to Parent PLUS, the federal program parents can use to borrow loans to pay for their kids’ schooling.
From MarketWatch
It is possible, in devastated Gaza, that the current ceasefire will become a permanent peace, allowing rebuilding, and the restoration of family life and schooling.
From BBC
Look ahead to the new year or a few years out and make sure you’re prepared for big expenses on the horizon such as medical needs, schooling for children, weddings or vacations, Smolkin said.
From MarketWatch
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