adult education

noun

: continuing education

Examples of adult education in a Sentence

The university offers a popular program of adult education.

Recent Examples on the Web As the airport project pursues approval, community groups and schools are working to fill teacher shortages and make investments in adult education. —

Alena Botros, Fortune, 17 June 2024 Crosser voted for an expansion of adult education to help adults enroll in career training and prepare them for high school equivalency tests. —

John Tuohy, The Indianapolis Star, 17 Sep. 2024 In the Auvergne region, Hermès is working with local employment and adult education services as well as a nearby vocational high school. —

Lily Templeton, WWD, 13 Sep. 2024 Meanwhile, two adult education centers in the county expanded with support from the FutureMakers Coalition, a community organization that has spearheaded education retraining efforts across southwest Florida. —

Alena Botros, Fortune, 17 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for adult education

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Word History

First Known Use

1814, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of adult education was in 1814

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“Adult education.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adult%20education. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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