School

Definition

The term "school" describes an institution for educating children, a place for specialized learning, or a group of fish or other aquatic animals swimming together.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /skuːl/
• Respelling: skool

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /skuːl/
• Respelling: skool

Etymology

The word "school" originates from the Old English "scol," which came from the Latin "schola," meaning "place of learning" or "lecture." The Greek root "skholē" initially meant "leisure," later extending to refer to places of learning during free time.

Derivatives

• Schooling (noun, verb)
• Schoolhouse (noun)
• Schoolmate (noun)
• Preschool (noun, adjective)
• After-school (adjective)

Synonyms

• Academy
• Institution
• University

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The term "school" is commonly used in educational and ecological contexts. For example, "She attends a public school" (noun, institution) or "The dolphins school together for protection" (verb, group behavior).

Related Terms

• Education: The process of learning or teaching.
• Curriculum: The subjects and material taught in a school.
• Teacher: An individual who imparts knowledge or skills.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• An institution for learning: Refers to a place where people receive education.
  • Example: "The school offers courses in mathematics, science, and literature."
• A group of fish or aquatic animals: Refers to a collective of marine animals swimming together.
  • Example: "A school of fish swam past the coral reef."
• A particular field or approach of thought: Refers to a system of ideas or artistic movements.
  • Example: "The impressionist school of art revolutionized painting techniques."

Verb

• To educate or train: Refers to the act of imparting knowledge or discipline.
  • Example: "He was schooled in classical music."
• To group together (aquatic animals): Refers to animals forming a group for behavior or survival.
  • Example: "The fish schooled near the surface for safety."