major — meaning in English
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English meaning
- major adj Of great importance, size, or seriousness.
- valedictorian noun The top student in a graduating class, often chosen to give the farewell speech at graduation.
Senses
major is used for these senses in English:
- major (military ranks) A rank of officer in the army and the US air force, between captain and lieutenant colonel.
- warrant officer (military) An officer holding rank by virtue of a warrant rather than a commission.
major — full definition
- adj Of great importance, size, or seriousness.
- noun A military officer rank above captain and below lieutenant colonel.
- noun A student's main field of academic study.
- verb To specialize in a particular subject at college or university.