English · Word Candidate

tutorial

/ˌtjuːˈtɔːɹɪəl/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: tutorials

Sense 1

Meaning · English

Of or pertaining to a tutor; belonging to, or exercised by, a tutor.

Adjective

Examples

The probability is that any verse of this nature, in which the lines are worn smooth, is one which has been causing tutorial ears to tingle for a generation at least; and very probably it is known in a variety of forms.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

A self-paced learning exercise; a lesson prepared so that a student can learn at their own speed or convenience.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

An interactive class taught by a tutor to students at university or college, individually or in small groups.

Noun

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “tutorial” mean?

Of or pertaining to a tutor; belonging to, or exercised by, a tutor.

Is “tutorial” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.