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instructor

|in/struc/tor|

B1

🇺🇸

/ɪnˈstrʌktər/

🇬🇧

/ɪnˈstrʌktə/

teacher

Etymology
Etymology Information

'instructor' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'instructor,' where 'in-' meant 'into' and 'struere' meant 'to build.'

Historical Evolution

'instructor' changed from the Latin word 'instructor' and eventually became the modern English word 'instructor'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'one who builds or constructs,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'one who teaches or educates.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who teaches or educates, especially in a specialized field or subject.

The instructor explained the complex theory in simple terms.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39