community college

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Definitions of community college words

countable noun community college A community college is a local college where students from the surrounding area can take courses in practical or academic subjects. 3
noun community college a nonresidential college offering two-year courses of study 3
noun community college an adult education college with trade classes 3
noun community college a junior college established to serve a certain community and sometimes supported in part by it, often emphasizing career, rather than academic, programs 3
noun community college a nonresidential junior college established to serve a specific community and typically supported in part by local government funds. 1
noun community college (US) An educational institution providing college education granting certificates, diplomas, and Associates' degrees, but not higher level degrees. The name derives from the fact that community colleges primarily attract and accept students from the local community, and are often supported by the local community through property taxes. A junior college. 0

before 1945

One of the 6% newest English words

An Americanism dating back to 1945-50

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 2% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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