Meaning & use

tutorial

noun·Everyday

A session or piece of instructional material that teaches a specific skill or topic step by step.

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She followed an online tutorial to learn basic guitar chords.

The professor holds a weekly tutorial for students struggling with the material.

A note on using this word

Tutorial can mean a written or video guide, or, especially in British universities, a small group teaching session with a tutor.

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