Meaning & use
college
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An institution of higher education that grants degrees or provides specialized instruction, or a group of professionals organized for a shared purpose.
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She's studying biology at a small liberal arts college.
The Royal College of Surgeons sets standards for medical training in the field.
A note on using this word
In the US it often means an undergraduate institution, while in the UK it can also refer to a secondary school or a division within a university.
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