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Tutor

/ˈtjuːtəː/ · noun

Meaning

One who teaches another (usually called a student, learner, or tutee) in a one-on-one or small-group interaction..

Definitions by Sense

  1. One who teaches another (usually called a student, learner, or tutee) in a one-on-one or small-group interaction.
  2. (UK) A university officer responsible for students in a particular hall.
  3. (UK) A homeroom.
  4. (obsolete or Quebec law) One who has the charge of a child or pupil and his estate; a guardian.
  5. (transitive) To instruct or teach, especially an individual or small group.
  6. (transitive, archaic) To treat with authority or sternness.
  7. (collectible card games) A card that allows one to search one's deck for one or more other cards.
  8. (collectible card games) To fetch a card from one's deck.

Example Sentences

He passed the difficult class with help from his tutor.
To help pay her tuition, the college student began to tutor high school students in calculus and physics.
here are some tutor cards i thought would be interesting.
Any instant that you move to the board can *only* be tutored for with Cunning Wish.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does tutor mean?

Tutor means One who teaches another (usually called a student, learner, or tutee) in a one-on-one or small-group interaction..

What is a synonym for tutor?

Common synonyms include preceptor, coach, private instructor.

What is the opposite of tutor?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use tutor in a sentence?

He passed the difficult class with help from his tutor.

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