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varsity

noun var·si·ty \ ˈvär-sə-tē , -stē \
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Definition of varsity

plural varsities
1 a : the principal squad representing a university, college, school, or club especially in a sport
b : regular 1d
2 British : university

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Origin and Etymology of varsity

by shortening from university (with regular late Middle English opening of tautosyllabic er to ar)

VARSITY Defined for English Language Learners

varsity

noun

Definition of varsity for English Language Learners

  • : the main team of a college, school, or club in a particular sport

VARSITY Defined for Kids

varsity

noun var·si·ty \ ˈvär-sə-tē \

Definition of varsity for Students

plural varsities
: the main team that represents a school or club in contests

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