Meaning & use
tutor
A teacher who works with one learner or a small group, often outside regular classes.
See it in a sentence
A reading tutor helped Ben practice difficult sounds.
Our tutor asked us to explain each step of the solution.
A note on using this word
Tutor emphasizes individual or small-group guidance. Someone can be 'a tutor in chemistry' or 'a chemistry tutor.'
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Another way to use it
2. verb
To teach someone individually or in a small group.
Older students volunteer to tutor younger pupils in math.
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