secondary education

noun

Meaning

The stage of schooling that follows primary education and typically precedes tertiary or higher education.

Examples

Many countries require students to complete secondary education to qualify for most entry-level jobs.
The government is investing heavily in secondary education to improve literacy rates among teenagers.

Synonyms: high school, middle school, secondary school, post-primary education

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secondary education

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛkəndɛri ɛdʒuˈkeɪʃən/

Definition

The stage of schooling that follows primary education and typically precedes tertiary or higher education.

Examples

Many countries require students to complete secondary education to qualify for most entry-level jobs.
The government is investing heavily in secondary education to improve literacy rates among teenagers.
She decided to pursue vocational training immediately after finishing her secondary education.

Synonyms of secondary education

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