Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

freshman-year

noun

/ˈfrɛʃˌmæn jɪr/

Definition

The first year of study at a university or college, typically for students who are entering their undergraduate education.

Examples

During freshman year, many students experience significant changes in their social and academic lives.
She decided to join the student government during her freshman year to make new friends.
His grades improved significantly after he adjusted to the challenges of freshman year.

Meaning

A term that refers to the initial year in a higher education institution, where students often transition from high school to college life and begin their degree programs.