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English
Etymology
From the French cégep.
Noun
cégep (plural cégeps)
- (Quebec) A publicly funded school that combines grade 12 with either college or freshman year of university, depending on the programme. It can be a public-sector school or a private school with some public funding, though those with "CEGEP" in the name are usually public-sector. In Québec's system, it is a required step between secondary school (ending in grade 11) and university (starting in sophomore year).
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French
Etymology
Acronym of collège d’enseignement général et professionnel.
Pronunciation
Noun
cégep m (plural cégeps)
- (Quebec, education) cégep (college in Québec)
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