education
noun
ed·u·ca·tion
ˌe-jə-ˈkā-shən 
1
2
: the field of study that deals mainly with methods of teaching and learning in schools
Examples of education in a Sentence
The school is devoted to the education of children with reading difficulties.
She received her education at private schools.
The applicants had comparable educations.
She earned her master's degree in education.
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Highlights include live music, environmental education, and multicultural performances, guest speakers and wellness activities.
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Linda McMahon, the education secretary, said the move would help the department deliver services more efficiently.
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The sudden loss of funding created large budgetary gaps for schools and state education departments nationwide, the release said.
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Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
Highlights include live music, environmental education, and multicultural performances, guest speakers and wellness activities.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
Linda McMahon, the education secretary, said the move would help the department deliver services more efficiently.
—Hurubie Meko, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
The sudden loss of funding created large budgetary gaps for schools and state education departments nationwide, the release said.
—Racquel Bazos, Baltimore Sun, 11 Apr. 2025
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education
noun
ed·u·ca·tion
ˌej-ə-ˈkā-shən
1
a
: the action or process of educating or of being educated
b
: knowledge, skill, and development gained from study or practice
2
: the field of study that deals mainly with methods and problems of teaching
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