University Definition & Meaning

university
noun
  1. the body of faculty and students at a university
  2. establishment where a seat of higher learning is housed, including administrative and living quarters as well as facilities for research and teaching
  3. a large and diverse institution of higher learning created to educate for life and for a profession and to grant degrees

"University" in song lyrics

See how university is used in real songs:

  • "And once laughed and pointed at the university"
    3rd Bass — Portrait of the Artist as a Hood
  • "Graduated from the streets of Ghetto University"
    Anybody Killa — 2 Whom This May Concern
  • "From elementary throughout university"
    Dan-e-o f/ Chocolate Ty — Funkbox

Usage tips for "university"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "university" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for university to find words that pair well.

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