Schoolhouse

/ˈskuːlhaʊs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A building used for educational purposes, especially one used by a primary or elementary school.

The old schoolhouse at the end of the street has been converted into a community center.

A rural or small-town building where students gather for instruction.

In the early 1900s, most children attended the one-room schoolhouse in their village.

A traditional concept of a school, emphasizing a simple and nostalgic view of education.

The story took place in a charming schoolhouse filled with children eager to learn.

Derived from 'school' + 'house', indicating a house dedicated to education.

traditional schoolhouse:

A nostalgic reference to a simpler form of education, often implying one-room schools.

schoolhouse rock:

Refers to an animated musical educational series that teaches various subjects, particularly civics and grammar.

Old school

That method of teaching feels very old school, like a schoolhouse.

School's out

When the bell rings, it's schoolhouse out for summer.