Etymology

matric

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Today it means: The final year of high school. Full definition →

First used 20th c.
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matric · noun1

From matriculation.

matric · adjective2

From matrix.

Matric · noun3

From matriculation.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 20th c. The final year of high school.
  • from 20th c. Someone in their final year of high school.

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