A person who teaches, especially one employed in a school. / The index finger; the forefinger. / An indication; a lesson.

plural of teacher

Acting as a teacher.

(idiomatic) A student who is perceived to be favored by the teacher.

plural of teacher's pet

plural of teacher's aide

A teaching assistant.

(This entry is a translation hub.) A desk at the front of a school classroom used by a teacher. In grade schools these often resemble tables or desks with cabinets; at the university level lecterns are often encountered.

(Britain, parts of Canada) A teacher who fills a temporary position in a school on a short-term basis; often supplied by an agency.

plural of supply teacher