Schooling
/ˈskuːlɪŋ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The process of educating or being educated, especially at a school.
She received her schooling at a prestigious university.
Instruction or training, especially when formal.
His early schooling taught him the importance of hard work.
The period during which one is educated.
Her schooling lasted for more than a decade.
A system of education.
The country's schooling system is under reform.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'school', from Latin 'schola', meaning 'leisure' or 'school'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
school of thought
A particular philosophy or ideology.
cut school
To skip school.
Related Words
educator
A person who provides instruction or education.
curriculum
The subjects comprising a course of study in a school.
pedagogy
The method and practice of teaching.
Slang Meanings
Schooling someone
He schooled him on how to play the game.
Get schooled
He got schooled in that debate.