self-teaching
|self/teach/ing|
B2
/sɛlf ˈtiːtʃɪŋ/
(self-teach)
independent learning
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-teaching' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'teach,' where 'self' refers to one's own person and 'teach' means to impart knowledge or skill.
Historical Evolution
'self-teaching' evolved from the concept of 'self-learning' and 'self-instruction,' eventually becoming a recognized term in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'teaching oneself,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
the act of teaching oneself without the direct assistance of a teacher or formal education.
She adopted a self-teaching approach to learn the guitar.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42