educator

noun

ed·​u·​ca·​tor ˈe-jə-ˌkā-tər How to pronounce educator (audio)
1
: one skilled in teaching : teacher
2
a
: a student of the theory and practice of education : educationist sense 2
b
: an administrator in education

Examples of educator in a Sentence

The conference will attract many leading scholars and educators. decided at a fairly young age that there is no more rewarding career than that of an educator
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But analysis by speaker, educator and consultant Rob Cross found that a focus on building relationships early in an employee’s tenure at a company can close the gap in promotion rates. Neena Newberry, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 Despite a lack of funding for even basic educational necessities, and school district leaders who only care about the barest minimum standards, these educators are united by their drive to surpass expectations and encourage their students to do the same. Jennifer M. Wood, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024 The next biggest spender since Sept. 1 — a group of nurses and educators — went all in on one race, putting up $2.7 million to support Michelle Chambers, a Democrat running in state Senate District 35 in Southern California against fellow Democrat Laura Richardson. Calmatters, The Mercury News, 5 Nov. 2024 Buy Now: $80 Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen, also known as the World Wine Guys, are wine, spirits, food, and travel writers, educators, and hosts. Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for educator 

Word History

First Known Use

1673, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of educator was in 1673

Dictionary Entries Near educator

educative

educator

educatory

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“Educator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/educator. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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