Simple Definition of coed

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coed

1 of 2

noun

plural coeds
US, somewhat old-fashioned : a female student at a college that has both male and female students

coed

2 of 2

adjective

1
: coeducational
a coed university/dormitory
The college became/went coed this year.
2
US : having or including both men and women
The softball team is coed.
a coed health club

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“Coed.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/coed. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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