noun

education

ehj-uu-KAY-shn

noun

The process of teaching or learning, especially in schools.

"She believes every child deserves access to a good education."

"He returned to education later in life to complete his degree."

The knowledge, skills, and understanding gained through learning.

"His education in mechanical engineering helped him land the job."

How to Use Education

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe process of learning, or the knowledge gained from it.

Common pairings

higher education a good education lack of education

educations plural

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From Latin educatio ("a rearing, bringing up"), from educare ("to educate").

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