1. a scholar or teacher, especially one associated with medieval scholasticism
Usage: historical
2. a person involved in education or school administration

Examples

• The medieval schoolman spent years studying Aristotelian philosophy.
• Thomas Aquinas was perhaps the most famous schoolman of the 13th century.
• The university hired an experienced schoolman to lead the philosophy department.
• As a schoolman, he was well-versed in both classical and contemporary educational theory.
• The debate between the schoolman and the humanist reflected changing intellectual trends.
• Local schoolmen gathered to discuss curriculum reforms.