Education
/ˌɛdʒʊˈkeɪʃən/noun
The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university.
Did you know?The root of 'education' is tied to the Latin 'educare', which means 'to rear or bring up', illuminating the transformative power of knowledge as a nurturing force.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*eduk-
“to lead out or bring forth”
Latin
Latin
educare
“to rear, bring up, or educate”
Late Latin
Latin
educatio
“a bringing up, training, or education”
Old French
Old French
education
“a bringing up, upbringing, or instruction”
Middle English
Middle English
educacioun
“the act of educating or the state of being educated”
Modern English
English
education
“the organized process of imparting knowledge and skills, especially in formal institutions.”