BA
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/biː eɪ/
academic degree
Etymology
Etymology Information
'BA' as 'Bachelor of Arts' originates from the Latin term 'baccalaureus artium'.
Historical Evolution
The term 'baccalaureus' evolved into the English 'bachelor', and 'artium' became 'arts'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a degree in the liberal arts, and it still retains this meaning today.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
bachelor of Arts, an undergraduate degree awarded for a course in the arts or sciences.
She graduated with a BA in History.
Synonyms
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