alma mater

noun

Meaning

The school, college, or university that one formerly attended and from which one graduated.

Examples

She decided to donate a portion of her salary back to her alma mater to fund new research facilities.
The alumni association organized a gala at their alma mater to honor the graduating class of 1974.

Synonyms: school, college, university, institution

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alma mater

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌælmə ˈmeɪtər/

Definition

The school, college, or university that one formerly attended and from which one graduated.

Examples

She decided to donate a portion of her salary back to her alma mater to fund new research facilities.
The alumni association organized a gala at their alma mater to honor the graduating class of 1974.

Synonyms of alma mater

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