Meaning of the word "sit an exam" in English

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sit an exam

US /sɪt ən ɪɡˈzæm/
UK /sɪt ən ɪɡˈzæm/
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Phrase

1.

to take an official test

Example:
Students will sit an exam at the end of the semester.
I have to sit an exam in mathematics tomorrow.
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