to impart knowledge of or skill in; give instruction in

She teaches mathematics.

to impart knowledge or skill to; give instruction to

He teaches a large class.

to impart knowledge or skill; give instruction.

Informal . teacher.

verb

learn

verb

advise , brainwash * , break in * , brief , catechize , coach , communicate , cram , demonstrate , develop , direct , discipline , drill , edify , enlighten , exercise , explain , expound , fit , form , give instruction , give lessons , give the facts , ground , guide , illustrate , imbue , impart , implant , improve mind , inculcate , indoctrinate , inform , initiate , instruct , interpret , lecture , nurture , open eyes , polish up , pound into , prepare , profess , rear , school , sharpen , show , show the ropes , train , tutornotes:learn means to acquire or gain skill , knowledge or comprehension; teach means to impart skill , knowledge or comprehension to , tutor , brainwash , disseminate , educate , exhort , exposit , instill , preach