academy
noun
Definitions of academy noun
- Countable
An organization dedicated to the preservation and advancement of an art, science, language, or a specialized school providing training for a specific profession or subject.
a military academy
a police academy
The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art is renowned for its acting programs.
- Countable
The youth development program within a sports club, focused on training young athletes with the potential to join the first team.
Many top players have come through the club's academy system.
The club's academy provides professional training to young players with potential.
The club's academy is renowned for its excellent training programs.
- Countable
A type of school in the UK that operates independently of local authority control and is funded directly by the central government.
This academy has played a leading role in education reform.
The academy is known for its innovative teaching methods.
The local authority plays no role in the operation of the academy.