The degree
Example: Degree is qualification awarded after completing studies
Definition
"The degree" refers to a qualification awarded by a university or college upon successful completion of a course of study, typically representing a specific level of academic achievement in education.
Etymology
The term "the degree" originates from the Latin word 'gradus,' meaning 'step' or 'grade.' It was adopted into English to denote a rank or level of academic achievement, reflecting the idea of progressing through educational steps.
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"The degree" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Education - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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