Meaning of the word baccalaureate in English
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baccalaureate
US /ˌbæk.əˈlɔːr.i.ət/
UK /ˌbæk.əˈlɔːr.i.ət/
Noun
1.
the degree of bachelor conferred by universities and colleges
Example:
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She earned her baccalaureate in fine arts.
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The university offers several baccalaureate programs.
2.
a sermon delivered at a commencement exercise
Example:
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The graduating class listened intently to the baccalaureate address.
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The ceremony included a traditional baccalaureate sermon.
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