Student
Student
Student (pronunciation: /ˈstjuːd(ə)nt/), from the Latin studere, meaning "to apply oneself to learning", is a term used to describe an individual who is engaged in learning, typically within an educational institution such as a school or university.
Etymology
The term "student" is derived from the Latin studere, which means "to apply oneself to learning". It was first used in English in the mid-16th century to refer to anyone who takes an interest in learning.
Related Terms
- Education: The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university.
- Learner: A person who is learning a subject or skill.
- Scholar: A specialist in a particular branch of study, especially the humanities; a distinguished academic.
- Pupil: A student in school.
- Undergraduate: A university student who has not yet received a first degree.
- Postgraduate: A student who has completed an undergraduate degree and is studying for a higher degree.
- Academic: A teacher or scholar in a university or institute of higher education.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Student
- Wikipedia's article - Student
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