alma mater
noun
UK/ˌæl.məˈmɑː.təʳ/
US/ˌæl.mə ˈmɑː.t̬ɚ/
Definitions of alma mater noun
- Singular
the official song of a school, college, or university
During the graduation ceremony, the students proudly sang their alma mater.
The melody of the alma mater always evokes fond memories of my time on campus.
Before the start of the sporting event, the entire audience sang the alma mater in unison.
Phrases of alma mater noun
- your alma mater
The school, college, or university that one has attended.
• He wanted to return to his hometown and teach at his alma mater.