English

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Etymology

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From sub- +‎ teacher.

Noun

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subteacher (plural subteachers)

  1. An assistant teacher.
    • 1888, United States. Bureau of Education, Report of the Commissioner of Education..., page 424:
      The subjects are taught on the topical plan, and teaching exercises by the principal and subteachers form a large part of the class work.