matriculate, verb intransitive
- Origin:
- British EnglishShow more Transferred use of British English matriculate to be entered as a member of a university or college.
To pass the final school-leaving (or matriculation) examination; to leave school.
1972 Evening Post 27 May 10Mr Du Preez matriculated with distinctions at the old Humansdorp High School, and obtained a bursary to further his studies.
1985 Evening Post 25 Feb. 10The Divisional Inspector of Manpower said a total of 123 boys and girls who matriculated last year were registered with his department.
To pass the final school-leaving (or matriculation) examination; to leave school.
- Derivatives:
- Hence matriculated participial adjective, possessing a matriculation certificate.1977 Friend 30 June 14 (advt)The General Tyre and Rubber Co..require the services of a matriculated male clerk.
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