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report card
/rɪˈpɔːt kɑːd/
[/rɪˈpɔːt kɑːd/]
school grade summary
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A written summary of a pupil's progress and grades, sent to parents.
Example
His report card praised his improved effort in science but warned about his frequent lateness.
His report card praised his improved effort in science but warned about his frequent lateness.
Etymology
'Report' from Latin 'reportare' (to carry back) plus 'card' from Greek 'chartes'.
How & Where It’s Used
A regular school document showing grades and teacher comments.