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scholarship

[ skol-er-ship ]

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noun

learning; knowledge acquired by study; the academic attainments of a scholar.
a sum of money or other aid granted to a student, because of merit, need, etc., to pursue their studies.
the position or status of a student who has been granted money or other aid to pursue their studies.
a foundation to provide financial assistance to students.

scholarship

/ ˈskɒləʃɪp /

noun

academic achievement; erudition; learning
1. financial aid provided for a scholar because of academic merit
2. the position of a student who gains this financial aid
3. ( as modifier )
  a scholarship student
the qualities of a scholar

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Word History and Origins

Origin of scholarship¹

First recorded in 1525–35; scholar + -ship

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Synonym Study

See learning.

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Example Sentences

So much so that when USC didn’t have a scholarship to offer Yates last summer, he chose to walk on with the Trojans instead of transferring elsewhere.

From Los Angeles Times

In Oman, dozens of Afghan women who fled the Taliban government to pursue higher education now face return after their USAID-funded scholarships were abruptly terminated.

From BBC

Just over a week ago, the students were told their scholarships had been terminated.

From BBC

Set on changing this, Gaines decided to create a scholarship program, which proved to be an uphill battle: While CalArts was gaining national recognition, few believed minority scholarships would benefit its long-term success.

From Los Angeles Times

Among the many benefits of feminist scholarship and its focus on the complex nature of identity has been the subsequent study of homosocial experience.

From Los Angeles Times

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