instructor
1 of 1noun/ˈɪns.trʌk.tər/
Forms:instructors
1
a person who teaches a practical skill or sport to someone
A2An instructor is a person who teaches a specific skill or subject, often in a practical or applied setting. They are typically found in workshops, training sessions, or technical schools, where the focus is on teaching specialized knowledge or abilities. Instructors may work with adults or professionals seeking to acquire new skills, such as learning to use a particular tool or system. Their primary goal is to ensure students gain proficiency in a specific area, often with a hands-on approach.
- I took my driving test after ten lessons with my instructor.
- My fitness instructor recommends thirty minutes of exercise every day.
- Our scuba diving instructor taught us important safety measures.
- She's a yoga instructor at the local community center.
- The cooking instructor explained the recipe clearly.
2
a teacher below the rank of assistant professor at a college or university