Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dominie
noun
/ˈdɒmɪni/
Definition
A schoolmaster or teacher, especially one in a rural or small-town setting.
Examples
- The dominie in the village school was well-respected by the local community.
- As a dominie, he took his responsibility to educate the youth very seriously.
- The dominie’s method involved a mix of discipline and encouragement.
Meaning
Typically used in Scotland or in some religious contexts, ‘dominie’ refers to an educator or instructor, often with a connotation of authority or traditional teaching methods.
Synonyms
- teacher
- instructor
- educator
- tutor
