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Lesson Definition & Meaning

lesson
noun
  1. a unit of instruction; "he took driving lessons"
  2. punishment intended as a warning to others; "they decided to make an example of him"
  3. the significance of a story or event; "the moral of the story is to love thy neighbor"
  4. a task assigned for individual study; "he did the lesson for today"

"Lesson" in song lyrics

See how lesson is used in real songs:

  • "I don't learning no lesson"
    1st Infantry f/ Prodigy, Alchemist, Twin & Evidence — Fourth of July
  • "Make you take notes of the lesson"
    2 Live Crew — So Funky
  • "Just follow the directions of the daily lesson"
    2 Live Crew — Word II

Usage tips for "lesson"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "lesson" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for lesson to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does lesson mean?
a unit of instruction; "he took driving lessons" punishment intended as a warning to others; "they decided to make an example of him" the significance of a story or event; "the moral of the story is to love thy neighbor" a task assigned for individual study; "he did the lesson for today"
What part of speech is lesson?
Lesson is a noun.
How many definitions does lesson have?
Lesson has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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