school
0 antonyms and opposites of school, grouped by meaning.
Noun — An institution where people, especially children, go to be taught.
How to use school
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English scōl, borrowed from Latin schola, itself from Greek skholē — which originally meant "leisure" or "spare time," since study was once seen as something done in one's free time.
Full origin of school →Frequently asked questions
What does “school” mean?
The word “school” means an institution where people, especially children, go to be taught. In plain terms, a place where people go to learn, or by extension, a group sharing the same ideas or a group of fish swimming together.
How do you pronounce “school”?
“School” is pronounced skool (/skul/ in IPA).
How do you use “school” in a sentence?
Here is “school” used in a sentence: “She walks to school every morning with her brother.”
What part of speech is “school”?
Depending on how it is used, “school” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “school” come from?
The word “school” comes from Latin. From Old English scōl, borrowed from Latin schola, itself from Greek skholē — which originally meant "leisure" or "spare time," since study was once seen as something done in one's free time.
Is “school” a common word?
“School” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.
How many meanings does “school” have?
“School” has 5 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an institution where people, especially children, go to be taught.
What is the difference between school and college?
In British usage, school covers primary and secondary education for children up to about sixteen, while college usually means further education for those aged sixteen to eighteen, or vocational study. In American usage, "college" often means university. The meaning shifts depending on the country and the stage of education involved.
What are the different types of school?
Schools are grouped by age and by funding. By age there are nursery, primary, and secondary schools. By type there are state schools, private or independent schools, grammar schools, faith schools, and boarding schools. Each serves a different stage or approach, though all share the core purpose of teaching.
What is the difference between school and university?
School provides general education for children and teenagers, with a set timetable and compulsory attendance. University is higher education for adults, usually after eighteen, where students choose a subject and study for a degree with far more independence. School teaches a broad foundation; university specialises deeply in one chosen field.
Does 'school' only mean a place of learning?
No. Beyond the institution, "school" has other meanings. A school of fish is a large group swimming together. A school of thought is a set of shared beliefs or a particular approach within a subject. The word can also mean the act of training someone, as in "to school" a person.