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education
noun(ed-u-ca-tion)
the United States federal department that administers all federal programs dealing with education (including federal aid to educational institutions and students); created 1979
Synonyms: department of education, education department,
education
noun(ed-u-ca-tion)
the result of good upbringing (especially knowledge of correct social behavior)
Synonyms: breeding, training,
education
noun(ed-u-ca-tion)
the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill
Synonyms: didactics, educational activity, instruction, pedagogy, teaching,
Examples:
He received no formal education.
education
noun(ed-u-ca-tion)
knowledge acquired by learning and instruction
Examples:
It was clear that he had a very broad education.
education
noun(ed-u-ca-tion)
the gradual process of acquiring knowledge
Examples:
Education is a preparation for life.
A girl's education was less important than a boy's.
education
noun(ed-u-ca-tion)
the profession of teaching (especially at a school or college or university)

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