diploma
noun
di·plo·ma
də-ˈplō-mə 
plural diplomas
1
2
: a writing usually under seal conferring some honor or privilege
3
: a document bearing record of graduation from or of a degree conferred by an educational institution
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He earned his high school diploma by attending classes at night.
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Preston Fore, Fortune, 3 Nov. 2025
Not only did Justin get to walk across the stage with Grace, as a special reward, he was also given his own doggie diploma in recognition of his services.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 30 Oct. 2025
The school allows adults 18 to 50 years old to simultaneously earn a high school diploma and certification in one of at least 10 career and technical programs.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Oct. 2025
Kapil holds a dual bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, and Communication Engineering and a master’s diploma in journalism from the Institute of Journalism and New Media in Bangalore.
—Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2025
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“Diploma.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/diploma. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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diploma
noun
di·plo·ma
də-ˈplō-mə
: a document granting a special right, honor, or power
especially
: a document that shows a person has finished a course or graduated from a school
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