Definition

A person who teaches or guides visitors in a museum, art gallery, or educational institution, often without being a regular faculty member.

Example

The docent provided an informative tour of the art gallery, explaining the history behind each painting.

Conversation

Did you enjoy the museum tour yesterday?

Yeah, the docent was really knowledgeable!

I thought so too; they made the art come alive.

Exactly! I learned so much from their insights.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Docent → It is derived from the Latin 'docere' (meaning to teach) and the suffix '-ent' (indicating an agent or one who performs an action). A docent is someone who teaches or instructs, particularly in a museum or educational setting.

Memory Tip

Think of 'teaching' ('docere') when you remember that a docent is someone who teaches or guides others.

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