# intramural

/ˌɪntɹəmˈjʊɹəɫ/ (US) · /ˈɪntɹəmjˌʊɹəl/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/intramural
Updated: 2026-10-13

## Definition

happening within the walls of a single school, college, or organization. You use this to describe sports or activities where students only compete against others from their own school.

For teachers: occurring or situated within the limits of an institution, particularly a school or university. Often describes sports competitions involving only members of the same student body.

## Examples

- I joined the intramural soccer league this semester.
- While the varsity team travels to other cities, the intramural teams play all their matches on the campus fields.
- The university expanded its intramural program to include non-athletic competitions, fostering a sense of community among students who preferred academic or creative challenges over traditional sports.

## Usage notes

- Typically used attributively before a noun; frequently contrasted with 'extramural' or 'intercollegiate'.

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