Meaning of the word "Phi Beta Kappa" in English

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Phi Beta Kappa

US /faɪ ˌbeɪ.tə ˈkæp.ə/
UK /faɪ ˌbeɪ.tə ˈkæp.ə/
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Noun

1.

the oldest academic honor society in the United States, founded in 1776, recognizing academic excellence in the liberal arts and sciences

Example:
She was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa in her senior year of college.
Membership in Phi Beta Kappa is a prestigious academic honor.
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