college

/ˈkɑːlɪdʒ/
noun
  1. An institution of higher education that offers degrees, often smaller than a university.
    • She is studying biology at a local college.
    • The college has a beautiful campus with old buildings.
    • After high school, he plans to attend college.
  2. A part of a university, often with its own buildings and teachers.
    • Each college at Oxford has its own dining hall.
    • She is a student at King's College, Cambridge.
    • The college offers courses in history and literature.
  3. A group of people with a shared profession or purpose.
    • The electoral college votes for the president.
    • She was elected to the college of physicians.
    • The college of cardinals advises the pope.
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