bursary

Meanings

• noun

  A grant or scholarship awarded to a student to help pay for education costs, especially at a university or college.

  - "She was awarded a bursary to help pay for her university fees."
  - "The bursary covered the cost of her textbooks and lab fees."
  - "He applied for several bursaries to help finance his education."

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Rhymes

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purse , hearse , nurse , verse

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Variants

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bursaries , bursary

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Etymology

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From Middle English bursa, pouch, from Latin bursa, purse, wallet.

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1. The term 'bursary' comes from the Latin word for 'pouch' or 'purse'.

2. In some countries, bursaries are referred to as 'grants' or 'scholarships'.

3. Bursaries can be awarded based on academic achievement, financial need, or other criteria, such as athletic ability or artistic talent.

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Related Concepts

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1. Scholarship: A monetary award or grant given to a student to help pay for education expenses based on academic or other achievements.

2. Grants: Financial assistance given to individuals, organizations, or projects, usually based on specific criteria or needs.

3. Student loans: Financial assistance provided to students to pay for education expenses, which must be repaid with interest after graduation.

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Culture

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In many countries, bursaries are an essential means for students from low-income families to access higher education. They can also be awarded based on merit, talent, or specific fields of study.

How to Memorize "bursary"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a student receiving an envelope containing a check or letter notifying them of their bursary award.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of financial assistance for education.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Bursary Begins With B, Brings Budgetary Benefits' to help remember the definition.

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