Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

schoolteacher

noun
/ˈskuːlˌtiːtʃər/
Definition
A person who teaches in a school.
Examples
  • The schoolteacher explained the lesson clearly.
  • After years of dedication, she became a respected schoolteacher.
  • Many schoolteachers spend their evenings grading assignments.
Meaning
A schoolteacher is an educator who works in a school to help students learn various subjects and skills.
Synonyms
  • educator
  • instructor
  • teacher
  • tutor