tutor
/ˈtutɚ/
UK: /ˈtjuːtə/
tutor
English
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Definition
One who teaches another (usually called a student, learner, or tutee) in a one-on-one or small-group interaction.
Etymology
From Middle English tutour, from Old French tuteur (French tuteur), from Latin tūtor (“a watcher, protector, guardian”), from tueor (“protect”); see tuition.
Example Sentences
- "He passed the difficult class with help from his tutor."
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