Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
boarding-school
noun
/ˈbɔːrdɪŋ skuːl/
Definition
A boarding school is an educational institution where students live on campus during the school term.
Examples
- After careful consideration, she decided to send her daughter to a prestigious boarding school for her high school education.
- Boarding schools often have strong academic programs along with extracurricular activities.
- He made lifelong friends during his years at the boarding school.
Meaning
Boarding schools provide education and accommodation, allowing students to live and study in the same location.
Synonyms
- residential school
- private school
- prep school
