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graduation

1 of 1noun
/ˌgræ.ˈʤueɪ.ʃən/
Forms:graduations
1

the action of successfully finishing studies at a high school or a university degree

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  • Graduation marks an important milestone in every student’s life.
  • The school held a party to celebrate the students’ graduation.
  • Graduation is often a time for reflecting on personal achievements.
  • The university organizes two graduations each year.
  • She felt proud to walk across the stage at her graduation.
2

a ceremony during which students receive their degrees

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  • Graduation day is a time for students to express gratitude to their professors, mentors, and loved ones who supported them throughout their academic journey.
  • The caps soared through the air as graduates cheered and celebrated their graduation.
  • The graduation ceremony concluded with the traditional singing of the alma mater, fostering a sense of unity and pride among graduates and attendees alike.
3

the act of arranging in grades

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4

a line (as on a vessel or ruler) that marks a measurement