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Definition of teacher noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

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teacher

noun
teacher pronunciation English ˈtiːtʃə(r) teacher pronunciation American ˈtiːtʃər
 
a person whose job is teaching, especially in a school
a history/science, etc. teacherprimary school teachersThere is a growing need for qualified teachers of Business English.
Usage notesUsage note: Teach and teachersVerbsteachJohn teaches French at the local school. She taught me how to change a tyre.educateOur priority is to educate people about the dangers of drugs.instructMembers of staff should be instructed in the use of fire equipment.trainShe’s a trained midwife. He’s training the British Olympic swimming team.coachHe’s the best football player I’ve ever coached. She coaches some of the local children in maths. (British English)tutorShe tutors some of the local children in math. (North American English)Nounsteacherschool/college teachersinstructora swimming/science instructortrainera horse trainer Do you have a personal trainer?coacha football coachtutortutors working with migrant children