teaching

noun

teach·ing | \ ˈtē-chiŋ

Definition of teaching

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : the act, practice, or profession of a teacher

2 : something taught especially : doctrine the teachings of Confucius

teaching

adjective

Definition of teaching (Entry 2 of 2)

: of, relating to, used for, or engaged in teaching a teaching aid the teaching profession a teaching assistant

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Noun

He went into teaching after college. a chemist who has devoted his career to teaching, even though he could have made a lot more money in an industrial job

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Yet, as someone whose spiritual practice is based in Buddhist philosophy and teaching, Oh is all about living in the moment. — Alina Cho, Marie Claire, "Women of the Hour: Thandie Newton, Elisabeth Moss, and Sandra Oh," 5 Apr. 2019 After his arrival in Jerusalem, celebrated with a parade of palms, Jesus embarks on a week of teaching and torture that ends in his crucifixion on Good Friday. — Woman's Day Staff, Woman's Day, "When Is Palm Sunday? Here's Everything You Need to Know," 4 Mar. 2019 Adding to that, most of the country’s highest-ranked teaching and research hospitals are affiliated with M.D. schools—including the 20 best in the nation as rated by U.S. News & World Report. — Carolyn L. Todd, SELF, "What Is a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, and Should You See One?," 6 Feb. 2019 In its most wondrous moments, teaching and learning can be sheer and utter magic. — Deb Cohan, Teen Vogue, "College Professor Advice: 16 Things You Should Never Do as a Student," 8 Oct. 2018 Kavanaugh subsequently became tearful multiple times while describing his relationship with his family and the impact these allegations could have on his interest in teaching and coaching. — Li Zhou, Vox, "Watch: Brett Kavanaugh tears up as he mounts an emotional defense," 27 Sep. 2018 He has been removed from all teaching and research. — Beth Mole, Ars Technica, "Big nutrition research scandal sees 6 more retractions, purging popular diet tips," 20 Sep. 2018 Mary Carrillo, who works in operations, administration and as a coach for SoFLO Volleyball, enjoys teaching and training the campers at JSports Camp regarding the sport. — Sergio Carmona, Jewish Journal, "Posnack JCC's athletics include sports camps, leagues and Maccabi teams," 5 July 2018 The idea is to try to make every space a learning and teaching opportunity and not have dead spaces in the building. — Rebecca Hazen, Houston Chronicle, "Construction underway for new Bellaire High School," 3 July 2018

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