I. |prēˌsep|tōrēəl adjective
Etymology: preceptor + -ial
1. : of or relating to a preceptor
preceptorial duties
2. : making use of preceptors
preceptorial system
II. noun
( -s )
: a class or course given at some colleges and universities for advanced students and emphasizing independent reading, informal discussion in small groups, and individual conferences with a teacher