John Dewey

Definitions of John Dewey
  1. noun
    United States pragmatic philosopher who advocated progressive education (1859-1952)
    synonyms: Dewey
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    example of:
    educator, pedagog, pedagogue
    someone who educates young people
    philosopher
    a specialist in philosophy
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