De alumni
Example: De alumni van de universiteit organiseren elk jaar een reünie.
Definition
"De alumni" refers to the former students or graduates of an educational institution, such as a university, who have completed their studies and often maintain a connection with their alma mater. For example, "De alumni van de universiteit organiseren elk jaar een reünie" means the university's graduates organize a reunion every year.
Etymology
The word "de alumni" comes from the Latin term 'alumnus,' meaning 'foster son' or 'pupil.' Over time, it evolved in Dutch and other languages to denote former students or graduates. Did you know? The plural 'alumni' is often used internationally to refer collectively to graduates, linking back to its Latin roots.
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"De alumni" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Education - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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