university
n. C / Un. a high-level school where students go to study for a degree after they finish high school. It is also a place where teachers do research and discover new things.
n. an institution of higher education and research which grants academic degrees in various subjects. Often used without an article when referring to the institution's primary purpose rather than a specific building.
She wants to study history at university next year.
After graduating from high school, many students move to a different city to attend university and live in dorms.
The university serves as a hub for both undergraduate instruction and advanced scientific research, fostering an environment where theoretical knowledge meets practical application.
In British English, 'university' is often used without an article ('at university'), whereas American English typically uses 'college' or requires an article ('at the university').
I am going to the university to study math.I am going to university to study math.When talking about being a student, British English omits the definite article 'the', similar to how one says 'at school'.