great go

noun

The final examination for a degree.

Meanings

noungreat go (plural great gos or great goes)

plural great gos · plural great goes · alternative great-go

  1. UKdateduniversity slangThe final examination for a degree.

    Yes, Mr. Lowe has been plucked for his Great Go.

    1871 April 28, Morning Advertiser
    1 more example

    Though for Great Go and for Small, I teach Paley, cram and all.

    1844, Puck, page 13
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