A level

A level

noun

Definition of A LEVEL

1

: the second of three standardized British examinations in a secondary school subject used as a qualification for university entrance; also : successful completion of an A-level examination in a particular subject —called also Advanced level — compare o level, s level

2

a : the level of education required to pass an A-level examination

b : a course leading to an A-level examination

Examples of A LEVEL

1. The university requires at least three A levels.
2. She got an A in her A levels in maths, physics, and chemistry.

First Known Use of A LEVEL

1951

Rhymes with A LEVEL

bedevil, bi-level, daredevil, dishevel, dust devil, go-devil, high-level, low-level, O level, S level, sea level, split-level