majoring
|ma-jor-ing|
/ˈmeɪdʒərɪŋ/
(major)
greater importance
Etymology
'major' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'maior', where 'maior' meant 'greater'.
'major' changed from Old French 'majeur' and Medieval Latin 'maior' and eventually became the modern English word 'major' through Middle English and Anglo-French.
Initially, it meant 'greater', but over time it evolved into meanings such as 'more important' and, as a noun, 'a principal subject of study' and other senses.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
gerund or verbal noun form of 'major': the act or process of choosing or pursuing a main subject of study at college or university.
Majoring in economics requires strong quantitative skills.
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Verb 1
present participle or gerund form of 'major': to study a particular subject as one's main subject at a college or university; to specialize in a subject.
She is majoring in biology.
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Last updated: 2026/01/16 12:45