schooling

noun

school·​ing ˈskü-liŋ How to pronounce schooling (audio)
1
a
: instruction in school : education
b
: training, guidance, or discipline derived from experience
2
archaic : reproof
3
: the cost of instruction and maintenance at school
4
: the training of a horse for service
especially : the teaching and exercising of horse and rider in the formal techniques of equitation

Examples of schooling in a Sentence

He has had little schooling. the extended schooling needed for a horse to be able to make those precision movements
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The current sanctuary law, passed in 2017 in response to the previous Trump administration's policies, is similar to others across the country meant to allow immigrants to access police and health care services, as well as schooling, without fear of being handed over to ICE. Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 25 Feb. 2025 Additionally, if a child has a disability, developmental disorder, or other unique needs, parents may face extra costs—especially if their child requires specialized schooling or services, says Rivera. Sarah Scott, Parents, 20 Feb. 2025 This decision led to a pattern of starting and abandoning various career paths, including welding inspection and online schooling. Ashley Vega, People.com, 17 Feb. 2025 The government is discouraging such practices as part of a broader plan to push for in-person schooling where possible. Maria Varenikova, New York Times, 8 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for schooling

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of schooling was in the 15th century

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“Schooling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/schooling. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

schooling

noun
school·​ing
ˈskül-iŋ
1
: instruction in school : education
2
: the cost of going to school

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