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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The University of Kentucky has a research and teaching center named after Schnatter that were founded through donations from the Papa John’s founder and the Charles Koch Foundation. — Gabe Hauari, The Courier-Journal, "University of Kentucky cuts ties with Schnatter after N-word comment," 13 July 2018 Reminds me of the Catholic Church and its teachings. — John Baer, Philly.com, "Casey's opposition to Trump SCOTUS pick raises questions about Casey's abortion stance | John Baer," 10 July 2018 Cases come together Walker, a sharp-dresser who makes his living teaching dance, struggled to comprehend why someone would’ve done this to his roommates, good people. — Joshua Sharpe, ajc, "Inside the alleged DeKalb gang killing spree that took five lives," 8 June 2018 Charlotte’s part-time work outside the home included teaching Home Economics at Cardinal Gibbons High School and office assistant duties in a bustling medical practice. — Sun-Sentinel.com, "Deaths in South Florida: 7/14," 14 July 2018 There’s a lot to learn from this simple conversation said Jameson O’Donnell, the teaching chef. — Anya Van Wagtendonk, Philly.com, "For these immigrants, flipping pancakes and learning English go hand-in-hand," 12 July 2018 Many women graduates used to go into teaching, but now aspire to men-only jobs. — The Economist, "Saudi women want more sway in religious affairs," 12 July 2018 Because as Eden proved, even the most pious women can use the Bible’s teachings to question Gilead. — refinery29.com, "The Handmaid's Tale Recap Season 2, Episode 13: The Martha Express," 11 July 2018 Winners received presidential citations at an award ceremony last week, and participated in talks on math and science teaching led by federal officials. — Libby Solomon, baltimoresun.com, "Cromwell Valley teacher wins presidential award for math education," 10 July 2018

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