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Entrance Exam

/ˈɛn.trəns ɪɡˌzæm/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    A standardized test used to determine a student's eligibility for admission to an educational institution.

    "Many students prepare for the entrance exam to secure a place in their desired university."
  2. 2

    An examination that assesses knowledge or skills in a specific subject area as a prerequisite for entry.

    "The entrance exam for the medical school includes sections on biology and chemistry."

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The term 'entrance' originates from the Old French 'entrer', meaning 'to enter', which itself comes from the Latin 'intrare'. 'Exam' is a shortening of 'examination', derived from the Latin 'examinare', meaning 'to weigh' or 'to test'. The combination reflects the process of testing one's readiness to enter a new academic level.

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