Schoolmaster
The word schoolmaster, or simply master, formerly referred to a male school teacher. This usage survives in British independent schools, both secondary and "preparatory", but is generally obsolete elsewhere.
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Famous quotes containing the word schoolmaster:
“The schoolmaster is abroad! And I trust to him armed with his primer against the soldier in full military array.”
—Jeremy Bentham (1748–1832)
“A schoolmaster should have an atmosphere of awe, and walk wonderingly, as if he was amazed at being himself.”
—Walter Bagehot (1826–1877)