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tutorial

/tjuːˈtɔː.ri.əl/

[/tjuːˈtɔː.ri.əl/]

a small teaching session

Intermediatenoun

Definition

A tutorial is a small class or session where a tutor helps students with a subject. Tutorials allow more discussion than large lectures.

Example

We discussed the essay in our weekly tutorial.

We discussed the essay in our weekly tutorial.

Etymology

From Latin 'tutor' meaning a guardian or guide.

How & Where It’s Used

Used for small-group teaching, especially at universities.

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