College

Definition

College is a noun that refers to an educational institution offering higher education, typically after secondary school, often granting undergraduate degrees. It can also mean a division within a university or a professional institution with shared goals.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈkɑːlɪdʒ/
• Respelling: KAH-lij

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈkɒlɪdʒ/
• Respelling: KOL-ij

Etymology

The word "college" originates from the Latin "collegium," meaning "a community or society," derived from "collega," meaning "partner or colleague." It entered Middle English from Old French in the 14th century, referring to an organized group or institution.

Derivatives

• Collegiate (adjective)
• Collegial (adjective)
• Collegian (noun)
• Collegiality (noun)
• Collegium (noun)

Synonyms

• University
• Academy
• Institution

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The term "college" is widely used to refer to institutions of higher learning or a division within a university. For example, "She enrolled in college to pursue a degree in biology," or "He is attending the College of Engineering."

Related Terms

• University: An institution of higher learning that offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.
• School: A place where education or instruction is provided.
• Faculty: A division within a college or university that specializes in a particular field of study.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• An institution of higher education: Refers to a school that provides education beyond high school, often awarding undergraduate degrees.
  • Example: "She chose a liberal arts college for her studies."
• A division within a university: Describes a faculty or department specializing in a specific field.
  • Example: "He studied at the College of Medicine."
• An organized group with shared purposes: Refers to a professional association or body with common objectives.
  • Example: "The college of surgeons held an annual meeting."