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Meaning of the word educate in English

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educate

US /ˈedʒ.ə.keɪt/
UK /ˈedʒ.ə.keɪt/
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Verb

1.

give intellectual, moral, and social instruction to (someone), typically at a school or university.

Example:
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It is important to educate children about healthy eating.
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The program aims to educate the public on environmental issues.
Synonym:
teachinstructtrainschooltutor
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educationeducationaleducatededucatorhigher educationphysical educationadult education