schooling
UK: ˈskuːlɪŋ | US: ˈskuːlɪŋ
n. the education or training received at school
n. the process of teaching or being taught in a formal environment
n. the training or discipline of animals (e.g., fish schooling in groups)
The word "schooling" derives from the Old English "scōl" (borrowed from Latin "schola," meaning "learned discussion" or "lecture"), which originally referred to a group of learners. The suffix "-ing" transforms the noun into a term denoting the process or result of education. Over time, "schooling" expanded to include animal behavior (e.g., fish moving in coordinated groups), metaphorically linking collective learning to collective movement.
Formal schooling begins at age five in many countries.
Her schooling emphasized critical thinking over memorization.
The documentary explored the schooling patterns of sardines.
He received his early schooling in a rural village.
Proper schooling is essential for social and cognitive development.