General
dux
What does dux mean?
The best scholar in a school or class, often awarded a 'dux medal'.
"She was dux o' the school in her final year."
Origin
Scots, from Latin 'dux' (leader), a long-standing term in Scottish education.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'dux' mean?
The dux is the top-achieving pupil in a school or class, often honoured with a dux medal at the end of the year.
Where does the word 'dux' come from?
It's from the Latin 'dux', meaning leader, and has long been used in Scottish education.
Is 'dux' still used today?
Yes, it remains a standard term in many Scottish (and other) schools for the highest-achieving pupil.
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