pre·cep·to·ri·al
| \ pri-ˌsep-ˈtȯr-ē-əl
, ˌprē- \
, ˌprē- \
Definition of preceptorial
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: of, relating to, or making use of preceptors
preceptorial
nounDefinition of preceptorial (Entry 2 of 2)
: a college course that emphasizes independent reading, discussion in small groups, and individual conferences with the teacher
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“Preceptorial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/preceptorial. Accessed 28 Jun. 2022.
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