Word noun
university
n.
US /ˌjunəˈvɝsəti/ UK /jˌuːnɪvˈɜːsɪtˌi/ uni·ver·si·ty UK spelling universities, university's
Definition
- 01 A2 Elementary
the buildings and land where a university is located.
the physical campus, buildings, and grounds belonging to a higher education institution.
Simple“The university is located in the center of the city near the park.”
In context“The university spans several city blocks, with modern glass laboratories standing in sharp contrast to the original Victorian brick libraries.”
Don't confuse
university vs college — College usually describes smaller institutions or undergraduate studies, while university refers to larger institutions that grant both undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Usage university announced · university campuses · university courses
This entry
Level A1 · Beginner
Frequency Very common
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