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School
Example
He forgot his homework and had to rush back to school to get it.
My children go to school to learn new things and make friends.
She takes the bus to school every morning.
02
a large number of fish or sea mammals that swim together
Example
A school of fish swam past us as we snorkeled in the clear water.
The diver marveled at the massive school of fish surrounding the reef.
A large school of silverfish formed a shimmering cloud in the shallow waters.
03
a group of artists who share similar beliefs, styles or ideas in their work
04
a building where young people receive education
05
the process of being formally educated at a school
06
the period of instruction in a school; the time period when school is in session
07
an educational institution's faculty and students
Example
The school of business offers a wide range of programs, from marketing to finance.
She applied to the school of engineering to pursue a degree in civil engineering.
He was accepted into the school of medicine after completing his undergraduate studies.
to school
01
to teach someone a specific subject, skill, or area of knowledge
Transitive: to school sb on a subject | to school sb in a subject
Example
The professor schooled the students on advanced physics theories.
The seasoned musician had schooled the young singer in vocal techniques before the performance.
The trainer is currently schooling the employees on the use of new software in the company.
02
(of fish and sea mammals) to form a large group and to feed or move in it
Intransitive
Example
The herring school in large numbers, creating shimmering silver clouds as they move through the water.
Dolphins are known to school in pods, displaying coordinated swimming patterns as they hunt for fish.
The tuna school near the surface, attracting seabirds and fishermen alike.