blue book exam

noun

A type of test that normally includes one or more essays or short-answer questions, used at many postsecondary schools.

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Meanings

nounblue book exam (plural blue book exams)

plural blue book exams · alternative blue book examination

  1. USeducationA type of test that normally includes one or more essays or short-answer questions, used at many postsecondary schools.

Origin

From the color of the book cover, chosen by Butler University in Indianapolis to match its school colors.

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