Meaning of the word "academic year" in English

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academic year

US /əˌkæd.em.ɪk ˈjɪr/
UK /əˌkæd.em.ɪk ˈjɪr/
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Noun

1.

the period of time each year when the schools, colleges, and universities are open and students are attending classes

Example:
The new academic year begins in September.
Students are preparing for the upcoming academic year.
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