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Definition of homeschooler

homeschooler

/ˈhoʊmˌskuːlər/
home · school · er
Plural:homeschoolers
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homeschooler Lexical Profile

homeschooler Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A child or student who is educated at home, typically by a parent or tutor, rather than attending a traditional public or private school.

Example

"As a homeschooler, she had a flexible schedule that allowed her to study marine biology at the local aquarium every Tuesday."

2

A parent or guardian who educates their child or children at home instead of sending them to a conventional school.

Example

"The community center hosts a monthly curriculum swap where local homeschoolers can share textbooks and teaching resources."

Word Nuance & Usage

"Homeschooler" can refer either to the student receiving instruction at home or to the parent providing that instruction; context usually clarifies which role is meant.

• Nearby Words

homeria
homeroom
homeschool
homeschooler
homeschooling
homesick
homesickness

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Homeschooler. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/homeschooler
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