graders
n. countable B1 Intermediate US //ˈɡɹeɪdɝz// UK //ɡɹˈeɪdəz// graders
n. students who are in a specific year of school. In the US, you use this word to group children by their age or level in the education system.
n. students at a particular level in a primary or secondary school system, typically in the United States. Often preceded by an ordinal number or a specific grade level.
The fifth graders are going on a field trip today.
The school library has a special section of books specifically chosen for third and fourth graders.
While the curriculum for seventh graders focuses on foundational algebra, the eighth graders begin exploring more complex geometric proofs and statistical analysis.
Usage
Commonly used with a preceding number (e.g., 'first graders', 'tenth graders') to identify a specific cohort.