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TEACHING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 8 meanings of the word Teaching.

How to pronounce teaching:

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Teaching - as a noun

The profession of a teacher

Example: "He prepared for teaching while still in college"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
instruction13pedagogy16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
education12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A doctrine that is taught

Example: "The teachings of religion"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
commandment20precept13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
doctrine11ism5philosophical systemphilosophy23school of thought
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Teaching - as a verb

To show (someone) the way; to guide, conduct; to point, indicate.

Example: "‘the bliss is there’, mumbled the old man and taught to heaven."

(ditransitive) to pass on knowledge to.

Example: "Can you teach me to sew?  can you teach sewing to me?"

To pass on knowledge, especially as one's profession; to act as a teacher.

Example: "She used to teach at university."

(ditransitive) to cause to learn or understand.

(ditransitive) to cause to know the disagreeable consequences of some action.

Example: "I'll teach you to make fun of me!"

Example Sentences

"My mother is a teaching assistant at a local school."
"Many students enjoy hands-on teaching methods."
"Effective teaching involves clear communication and active engagement."
"The teaching of mathematics can be challenging for some students."
"She has a passion for teaching and mentoring young minds."
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Word Game Points

Is TEACHING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, teaching is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TEACHING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is TEACHING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, teaching is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TEACHING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is TEACHING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, teaching is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TEACHING has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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