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escola — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • edifice noun A large, imposing building, especially one of architectural significance.
  • school noun An institution where people, especially children, go to be taught.

Senses

escola is used for these senses in English:

  • edifice An abstract structure, such as a school of thought, an argument, a theoretical position, etc.
  • school (North America) An institution dedicated to teaching and learning; an educational institution.
  • school Within a larger educational institution, an organizational unit, such as a department or institute, which is dedicated to a specific subject area.
  • school (considered collectively) The followers of a particular doctrine; a particular way of thinking or particular doctrine; a school of thought.

edifice — full definition

  1. noun A large, imposing building, especially one of architectural significance.
  2. noun A complex system of ideas or beliefs built up over time, used figuratively.

school — full definition

  1. noun An institution where people, especially children, go to be taught.
  2. noun A department or division of a university dedicated to one subject area.
  3. noun A group of people who share the same ideas, style, or approach.
  4. noun A large group of fish or sea creatures such as dolphins swimming together.
  5. verb To teach or train someone, often strictly.
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