Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
alma mater
noun
/ˌɑːlmə ˈmɑːtər/
Definition
The school, college, or university that someone attended.
Examples
- After graduating, she often returns to her alma mater to give guest lectures.
- He proudly wore a sweatshirt featuring the logo of his alma mater during the reunion.
Meaning
This term references a person’s former school and often conveys a sense of pride or attachment.
Synonyms
- school
- university
- college
- institution
