tutorial

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noun

tu·​to·​ri·​al tü-ˈtȯr-ē-əl How to pronounce tutorial (audio)
tyü-
1
: a paper, book, film, or computer program that provides practical information about a specific subject
2
: a class conducted by a tutor for one student or a small number of students

tutorial

2 of 2

adjective

: of, relating to, or involving a tutor or a tutorial

Did you know?

Tutorials with live tutors are useful for both advanced students and struggling ones. Many computer programs include electronic tutorials to help the new user get used to the program, leading him or her through all its functions, often by means of pictures and short videos. But a really difficult program may still require a real-life tutor to be fully understood.

Examples of tutorial in a Sentence

Noun An online tutorial gives basic instructions for using the software. The professor was offering a tutorial in her office a week before the exam. Adjective We offer tutorial instruction for students preparing for the examination.
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
She's posted tutorials on everything from making mini pumpkin charcuterie trays to decorating Garrett's room for Christmas. Emily Blackwood, Peoplemag, 12 Mar. 2024 Enjoy fashion show, silent auction, floral arrangement tutorial, light bites, complimentary cocktail. Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 11 Feb. 2024 Slowing down the tempo and delivering a how-to tutorial on covering songs added extra depth to Timberlake’s standout effort. Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 1 Feb. 2024 There were scrapbooks and board games, TikTok tutorials and trends. Anna Borges, SELF, 31 Jan. 2024 Beato now makes enough money through ads and merch from his channel, as well as selling music tutorials online, to support his family. John Blake, CNN, 25 Feb. 2024 Launched in full just a few months ago, this newsletter shares useful strategies for AI implementation including step-by-step guides, video tutorials, and insights for business growth to an audience of 40,000 people. Jodie Cook, Forbes, 22 Feb. 2024 Video Lectures: In-depth video tutorials from experienced instructors explain complex concepts understandably. Bryce Welker, Miami Herald, 22 Feb. 2024 The app does include detailed tutorials, and there’s also motion activation available. Alida Nugent, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Feb. 2024
Adjective
The Browsing Company's basic tutorial video for Arc. Samuel Axon, Ars Technica, 26 July 2023 This braid type is much easier to understand by seeing the process, and this is our favorite tutorial video to follow at home. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2024 As expected, strawberry makeup is already taking off on TikTok with folks following Bieber's tutorial step-by-step. Gabi Thorne, Allure, 7 Aug. 2023 If in doubt, follow Phillips’s latte look tutorial below. Tish Weinstock, Vogue, 25 July 2023 Larger tools, like sewing machines or the beloved Cricut, were also big wish-list items, as were tutorial books about crafting, gift cards to stores like Michaels or Joann’s, and helpful craft-room accessories like a yarn-ball bowl. Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 30 Aug. 2023 West has also tried her hand at tutorial videos with a little help from her mom, and her zombie makeup skills are nothing to scoff at either. Kara Nesvig, Allure, 22 Aug. 2023 Hobart Superintendent Peggy Buffington said the district has been part of the Khan Academy’s online tutorial program since 2017 with positive results. Carole Carlson, Chicago Tribune, 5 June 2023 The dish features spinach, broad beans and tarragon, and a tutorial video of a palace chef preparing the dish was shared along with instructions. Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 27 Apr. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1923, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Adjective

1822, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tutorial was in 1822

Dictionary Entries Near tutorial

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“Tutorial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tutorial. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

tutorial

1 of 2 adjective
tu·​to·​ri·​al t(y)ü-ˈtōr-ē-əl How to pronounce tutorial (audio)
-ˈtȯr-
: of or relating to a tutor or a tutorial

tutorial

2 of 2 noun
: a paper, book, film or computer program that gives practical information about a subject

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