aljamiah
|al-ja-mi-ah|
C1
/ælˈdʒæmiə/
university
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aljamiah' originates from Arabic, specifically the word 'الجامعة', where 'ال-' is a definite article and 'جامعة' meant 'university'.
Historical Evolution
'الجامعة' was adopted into English as 'aljamiah' to refer to a university or institution of higher learning.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'university' in Arabic, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a term used in some contexts to refer to a university or an institution of higher learning.
The aljamiah is known for its excellent research facilities.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/23 10:06