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mock exam
/mɒk ɪɡˈzæm/
[/mɒk ɪɡˈzæm/]
a practice exam
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A mock exam is a practice exam taken before the real one to help students prepare. It is marked like a real exam but does not count.
Example
We sat a mock exam to practise for the finals.
We sat a mock exam to practise for the finals.
Etymology
From 'mock' meaning imitation, plus 'exam'.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for practice exams before real assessments.