learning (noun) en
41book learning — noun 1. : learning acquired from books as distinguished from practical knowledge 2. : formal education : schooling * * * ˈbook learning 7 [book learning] noun …
42learning — I (New American Roget s College Thesaurus) Acquisition of knowledge Nouns 1. learning, assimilation, absorption; erudition, knowledge; humanity, wisdom, breeding; study, education, schooling; reading, inquiry, contemplation; apprenticeship,… …
43learning — learn|ing [ lɜrnıŋ ] noun uncount ** the process of gaining knowledge and experience, for example by studying: the oldest institute of learning in Europe The school provides an ideal learning environment for children. a learning experience (=a… …
44learning */*/ — UK [ˈlɜː(r)nɪŋ] / US [ˈlɜrnɪŋ] noun [uncountable] a) the process of gaining knowledge and experience, for example by studying the oldest institute of learning in Europe The school provides an ideal learning environment for children. a learning… …
45learning curve — UK / US noun [countable] Word forms learning curve : singular learning curve plural learning curves the rate at which you learn something a steep learning curve (= when you have to learn something complicated in a very short time) …
46learning curve — / lɜ:nɪŋ kɜ:v/ noun 1. a process of learning something that starts slowly and then becomes faster 2. a line on a graph which shows the relationship between experience in doing something and competence at carrying it out 3. a diagram or graph that …
47learning curve — /ˈlɜnɪŋ kɜv/ (say lerning kerv) noun 1. the rate at which a person acquires new skills, particularly if it conforms to typical patterns for such acquisition. –phrase 2. a steep learning curve, a pattern of learning in which there is a lot to… …
48learning difficulties — plural noun Brit. difficulties in acquiring knowledge and skills to the normal level expected of those of the same age, especially because of mental disability or cognitive disorder. Usage The phrase learning difficulties covers general… …
49learning ecology — /lɜnɪŋ əˈkɒlədʒi/ (say lerning uh koluhgee) noun a network of constantly evolving inputs, such as information flowing from the culture of the community, specific personal development outside the classroom, etc., that influences the formal… …
50learning curve — / lɜ:nɪŋ kɜ:v/ noun a gradual process of learning, as shown on an imaginary scale …
