teaching

[ tee-ching ]

noun

1. the act or profession of a person who teaches.
2. something that is taught. teach.
3. Often teachings. doctrines or precepts:

   the teachings of Lao-tzu.

teaching

/ ˈtiːtʃɪŋ /

noun

1. the art or profession of a teacher
2. sometimes plural something taught; precept
3. modifier denoting a person or institution that teaches

   a teaching hospital

4. modifier used in teaching

   teaching aids

Other Words From

• non·teaching adjective
• self-teaching adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of teaching¹

First recorded in 1125–75, teaching is from the Middle English word teching. See teach, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

They said their client did not accept that the school lacked basic resources for teaching and the facilities were continually being developed.

From BBC

While McMahon’s views on many hot-button education issues are not well-known, the institute’s website focuses its priorities on “school choice,” parental approval of curriculum, basic skills and “teaching the truth about America’s history.”

From Los Angeles Times

“They lead to broken bodies, broken families and the last thing you want is having to be treated by someone like me, teaching you how to walk and stand again,” he said.

From BBC

"Parents play an important role in teaching children how to process and manage their anger productively. But some parents may need guidance themselves on the best strategies to do this."

From Science Daily

"I'm absolutely sure that when he reaches 14, he'll be a guru of teaching and a guru of developing, and that is why we're really looking forward to this time," he said.

From BBC

Related Words

• coaching
• cultivation
• culture
• discipline
• guidance
• instruction
• learning
• reading
• schooling
• training
• tutoring