alma mater
1 of 1noun/ˈɑ:l.mə meɪ.tər/
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the university, college, or school that one used to study at
Alma mater refers to the school, college, or university that one has attended and graduated from. It is often used to describe a sense of attachment or pride in the institution, and alumni may refer to their alma mater with fondness as a place where they gained education, experience, and personal growth.
- She returned to her alma mater to give a guest lecture.
- The alumni gathered to celebrate the centennial of their alma mater.
- His alma mater awarded him an honorary degree for his achievements.
- They visited their alma mater to tour the renovated library.
- The alma mater's new scholarship program aims to support underprivileged students.