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classmate

/ˈklɑːs.meɪt/

[/ˈklɑːs.meɪt/]

a fellow student in a class

Intermediatenoun

Definition

A classmate is a person who is in the same class as you at school. Classmates often study and work together.

Example

I borrowed a pen from my classmate.

I borrowed a pen from my classmate.

Etymology

From 'class' plus 'mate', mate meaning a companion.

How & Where It’s Used

Used for other students sharing the same class.

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