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
Other Word Forms
- nonteaching adjective
- self-teaching adjective
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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Francis's papacy heralded several reforms to the Catholic Church, but on many of its teachings, he was a traditionalist.
From BBC
They quote him, implement his teachings and recount getting chewed out by him as if it’s a battle scar they’re proud to show off.
Though imprisoned after the fall of Robespierre in 1794, David escaped the guillotine and soon returned to his portrait practice and lucrative teaching studio.
She says teaching CPR and defibrillator use is vital for breaking taboos and tackling inequalities.
From BBC
He went to work as a pottery master for the Bashtanka House of Culture about a year and a half ago, and has been teaching classes there ever since.
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