Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
schoolboy
noun
/ˈskuːl.bɔɪ/
Definition
A boy who is attending school, particularly a primary or secondary school.
Examples
- He was a bright schoolboy who excelled in his studies.
- The schoolboy played soccer during recess.
- As a schoolboy, he had dreams of becoming an astronaut.
Meaning
The term refers specifically to male students, often in an educational setting from early childhood to adolescence.
Synonyms
- Student
- Pupil
- Boy learner
