classmate

noun

class·​mate ˈklas-ˌmāt How to pronounce classmate (audio)
: a member of the same class in a school or college

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Reach out to former colleagues, classmates, and acquaintances who have relevant skills and experience. Abdo Riani, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025 Lars told a story of making a prom dress for a classmate in high school that ignited his passion for design. Layla Ilchi, WWD, 27 Feb. 2025 The series is based on the true story of the 1997 murder of teen Reena Virk by her classmates. Catherine Santino, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025 At age 5, Cameron traveled to Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City with his classmates from Eugene Field Elementary in St. Joseph. Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 22 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for classmate

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First Known Use

1713, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of classmate was in 1713

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“Classmate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/classmate. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.

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classmate

noun
class·​mate ˈklas-ˌmāt How to pronounce classmate (audio)
: a member of the same class in a school or college

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