tutorial

noun tu·to·ri·al \ tü-ˈtȯr-ē-əl , tyü- \

|Updated on: 8 Jul 2018

Examples: tutorial in a Sentence

Editor's Note: Did You Know?

Definition of tutorial

1 : a paper, book, film, or computer program that provides practical information about a specific subject

2 : a class conducted by a tutor for one student or a small number of students

See tutorial defined for English-language learners

Examples of tutorial in a Sentence

An online tutorial gives basic instructions for those who have never made reservations on the Web.
The professor was offering a tutorial in her office a week before the exam.

Recent Examples of tutorial from the Web

This introductory tutorial will teach the basics of the program through a free trial.

— allison hagan, BostonGlobe.com, "Business agenda," 5 July 2018
This simple tutorial from Rulof Maker not only shows you how to make a bladeless fan, but also betrays their greatest secret: There definitely are blades.

— eric limer, Popular Mechanics, "Make Your Own DIY Bladeless Fan With a Few Simple Supplies," 15 July 2016
Be sure to check out the site for more DIY tutorials.

— Country Living, "How to Make Your Own Cable-Knit Pillow Covers for Under $7," 28 Oct. 2014
Wickherst began posting hair tutorials online, hoping to help other dads learn how to do hair as well.

— caitlin o'kane, CBS News, ""The Hair Dad" learns how to do hair for daughter, teaches other dads," 17 June 2018
Before speaking with the patient, the doctor takes a 30-minute online continuing education tutorial to review details about genetic testing and the disorder.

— michelle andrews, Washington Post, "What if your doctor offered genetic testing as a way to keep you healthy?," 28 May 2018
Before speaking with the patient, the doctor takes a 30-minute online continuing education tutorial to review details about genetic testing and the disorder.

— michelle andrews, The Seattle Times, "What if your doctor offered genetic testing as a way to keep you healthy?," 28 May 2018
Most tutorials recommend lining your pool with waterproof tarp and adding a water pump.

— taysha murtaugh, Country Living, "Pallet Swimming Pools Are Here to Make Your Summer the Best Ever," 25 May 2018
Transgender people often use YouTube tutorials and articles for tips, but nothing beats in-person lessons that actually cater to your specific skin tone and makeup wishlist.

— megan lasher, Seventeen, "Sephora Is Launching Free IRL Makeup Classes Just for Trans People," 22 May 2018

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Did You Know?

Tutorials with live tutors are useful for both advanced students and struggling ones. Many computer programs include electronic tutorials to help the new user get used to the program, leading him or her through all its functions, often by means of pictures and short videos. But a really difficult program may still require a real-life tutor to be fully understood.

First Known Use of tutorial

1923

in the meaning defined at sense 2

See Words from the same year

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Other Education Terms

baccalaureate, colloquium, corequisite, dissertation, monograph, pedant, practicum, survey course, thesis

tutorial

adjective

Definition of tutorial

: of, relating to, or involving a tutor or a tutorial

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See tutorial defined for kids

Examples of tutorial in a Sentence

We offer tutorial instruction for test preparation.

Recent Examples of tutorial from the Web

The 7-year-old, who did her first makeup tutorial two months ago, debuted her new purple hair over the weekend, and her parents could not be prouder.

— emily wang, Allure, "Pink's 7-Year-Old Daughter Willow Hart Just Dyed Her Hair the Coolest Shade of Purple," 4 June 2018
In a teaser for a longer tutorial video, which will be posted online, Reeves is shown building his website in the great outdoors, seeking inspiration in a crackling fire.

— megan friedman, Esquire, "Keanu Reeves Surfs a Motorcycle in His Delightfully Strange Super Bowl Ad," 31 Jan. 2018
In a teaser for a longer tutorial video, which will be posted online, Reeves is shown building his website in the great outdoors, seeking inspiration in a crackling fire.

— megan friedman, Esquire, "Keanu Reeves Surfs a Motorcycle in His Delightfully Strange Super Bowl Ad," 31 Jan. 2018
In a teaser for a longer tutorial video, which will be posted online, Reeves is shown building his website in the great outdoors, seeking inspiration in a crackling fire.

— megan friedman, Esquire, "Keanu Reeves Surfs a Motorcycle in His Delightfully Strange Super Bowl Ad," 31 Jan. 2018
In a teaser for a longer tutorial video, which will be posted online, Reeves is shown building his website in the great outdoors, seeking inspiration in a crackling fire.

— megan friedman, Esquire, "Keanu Reeves Surfs a Motorcycle in His Delightfully Strange Super Bowl Ad," 31 Jan. 2018
In a teaser for a longer tutorial video, which will be posted online, Reeves is shown building his website in the great outdoors, seeking inspiration in a crackling fire.

— megan friedman, Esquire, "Keanu Reeves Surfs a Motorcycle in His Delightfully Strange Super Bowl Ad," 31 Jan. 2018
In a teaser for a longer tutorial video, which will be posted online, Reeves is shown building his website in the great outdoors, seeking inspiration in a crackling fire.

— megan friedman, Esquire, "Keanu Reeves Surfs a Motorcycle in His Delightfully Strange Super Bowl Ad," 31 Jan. 2018
In a teaser for a longer tutorial video, which will be posted online, Reeves is shown building his website in the great outdoors, seeking inspiration in a crackling fire.

— megan friedman, Esquire, "Keanu Reeves Surfs a Motorcycle in His Delightfully Strange Super Bowl Ad," 31 Jan. 2018

First Known Use of tutorial

1822

in the meaning defined above

See Words from the same year

NEW! Time Traveler

Other Education Terms

baccalaureate, colloquium, corequisite, dissertation, monograph, pedant, practicum, survey course, thesis

TUTORIAL Defined for English Language Learners

tutorial

adjective

Definition of tutorial for English Language Learners

: of or relating to a tutor

tutorial

noun

Definition of tutorial for English Language Learners

: a book, computer program, etc., that teaches someone how to do something by explaining each stage of a process
: a class taught by a tutor for one student or for a small group of students