Meaning of the word classmate in English

What does classmate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

classmate

US /ˈklæs.meɪt/
UK /ˈklɑːs.meɪt/
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Noun

a member of the same class at school or college

Example:
My best friend is also my classmate.
She met her future husband when they were classmates in university.