university of wisconsin

Thân thiện

A student walks across the campus of the University of Wisconsin.

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A public university system in the U.S. state of Wisconsin: The University of Wisconsin is a major public university system comprising multiple campuses across the state of Wisconsin.
   • Specifically, the flagship campus in Madison: In common usage, "University of Wisconsin" often refers specifically to the original and largest campus located in Madison, Wisconsin.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • She received her degree from the University of Wisconsin.
  • The University of Wisconsin is known for its strong research programs.
  • He applied to the University of Wisconsin in Madison.

Advanced Usage

• "University of Wisconsin System": Refers to the entire network of public universities in the state.

  • The University of Wisconsin System includes 13 universities.

• "UW-Madison": A common abbreviation for the flagship campus.

  • She is a professor at UW-Madison.

Variants and Related Words

• UW (abbreviation): A common shortened form for the University of Wisconsin.
• Badgers (noun): The nickname for the athletic teams of the University of Wisconsin.
• University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (UWM) (proper noun): Another major campus within the system.

Synonyms

• UW: Abbreviation.
• UW-Madison: Specifically for the Madison campus.

Notes on Meaning

• The term can have a broad meaning referring to the statewide system or a specific meaning referring to the Madison campus. Context usually clarifies which is intended. The reference definition specifies the campus in Madison.

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Noun

1. a university in Madison, Wisconsin

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