Which of the following idioms given in the alternatives has the meaning?
The informal education one receives by learning from one's experiences, both good and bad, rather than from a formal educational institution.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The university of life: It refers to the collective experience and knowledge gained through daily living, challenges, and personal growth, as opposed to formal academic study.
The phrase "The university of life" perfectly matches the concept of learning through one's own experiences—both successes and failures—outside of a traditional classroom setting.
Walk of life: it refers to a person's social class or profession (e.g., "people from all walks of life").
A lease of life: It is usually used in the phrase "a new lease of life," meaning an occasion or period of renewed health, vigor, or enjoyment.
Elixir of life: A mythical substance supposed to prolong life indefinitely or cure all ills.