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/ˌɛdʒʊˈkeɪʃən/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university.
The education system in this country is constantly evolving.
The knowledge, skills, and understanding gained through learning.
She values education as the key to a successful future.
A particular kind of instruction or training.
He pursued a higher education in engineering.
The act or process of educating or being educated; the result of this.
His education was interrupted by the war.
A field of study or an area of knowledge.
She has a degree in education and wants to become a teacher.
Etymology
From Latin 'educatio', meaning 'a breeding, a bringing up, or a rearing'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
higher education
Education beyond high school, typically at a college or university.
formal education
Structured education that typically takes place in a school setting.
continuing education
Educational programs for adults that extend lifelong learning.
special education
Customized instructional programs designed to meet the needs of students with disabilities.
Related Words
educate
To provide information or instruction to someone.
educator
A person who provides education, especially in a school setting.
pedagogy
The method and practice of teaching, especially in an academic setting.
Slang Meanings
Ed
He's got a lot of ed; he reads constantly.
Schooling
She got her schooling through hard knocks, not just in a classroom.