Meaning & use

university

noun·Everyday

An institution of higher education offering degree programs in various academic subjects.

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She is currently studying biology at a large university in California.

He graduated from university last year with a degree in economics.

A note on using this word

In American English, college often refers loosely to any higher-education institution, while university specifically implies graduate programs and research.

Words with a similar meaning

college

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