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supervision

n.
US //ˌsupɝˈvɪʒən// UK //suːpəvˈɪʒən// su·per·vi·sion
  1. 1 oversight and management (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    the act of watching over someone or something to make sure work is done right.

    the act or instance of overseeing a process, person, or organisation to ensure proper performance or conduct.

    Example

    The children were allowed to use the pool only under adult supervision.

    Example

    The intern was granted more autonomy as the project progressed, though her final reports still required close supervision from the senior partner.

  2. 2 academic tutorial (n.)
    C1 Advanced British English

    a meeting between a teacher and a small group of students to discuss their work.

    a small-group or individual tutorial session, particularly within the British university system, focused on intensive academic discussion.

    Example

    I have a supervision at two o'clock to discuss my latest essay.

    Example

    During the weekly supervision, the professor challenged the students to defend their interpretation of the historical data.

    Usage

    Commonly used in the context of Oxford and Cambridge universities.

Origin

From Latin supervisiō.

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