Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pupil
noun
ˈpjuː.pəl
Definition
A pupil is a person who is enrolled in a school or educational institution and is learning from a teacher or instructor.
Examples
- As a pupil, she always worked hard to excel in her studies.
- The school year started with many new pupils joining the classes.
- Each pupil receives personalized attention from the teachers.
Meaning
The term commonly refers to a student, especially in the context of primary or secondary education.
Synonyms
- student
- learner
- scholar
- trainee
