universities

Meanings

• noun

  An institution of higher education and research, granting undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in various academic disciplines.

  - "She is studying Computer Science at a renowned university."
  - "The university has a strong research focus in the field of physics."

• noun

  A community of scholars and students engaged in learning and research.

  - "The university campus is a vibrant community of students and scholars."
  - "The university offers a rich cultural experience for its students."

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Pronunciation

1. /junɪˈvɝsətiz/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2651665"

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Synonyms

academy , college , institute , uni , varsity

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with universities
varieties , universities , multitudes , diversities

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Variants

List of all variants of universities that leads to same result
universities , university , state universities , state university

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

The word 'university' comes from the Latin 'universitas magistrorum et scholarium', meaning 'community of teachers and scholars'.

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Trivia

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1. The first university was established in Bologna, Italy, in 1088.

2. There are over 26,000 universities and higher education institutions worldwide.

3. The term 'university' was first used in England in the 13th century.

4. The oldest university in the United States is the University of Connecticut, which was founded in 1881.

5. The largest university in the world by student population is the Open University in the United Kingdom, with over 200,000 students.

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Related Concepts

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1. higher education: A level of education that goes beyond secondary education, typically requiring a bachelor's or master's degree.

2. research university: A university that focuses on research in addition to teaching.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

Universities have played a significant role in shaping human history and culture. They have produced many great thinkers, scientists, and artists, and have contributed to the advancement of knowledge in various fields.

How to Memorize "universities"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a large campus with buildings, students, and scholars.
   - Imagine a community of people engaged in learning and research.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'university' with knowledge, learning, and scholarship.
   - Think of a place where students go to earn degrees and advance their careers.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'U Know It' to remember the definition of a university: 'University Knowledge Involves Intelligent Students'.

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