Public School (Noun)

Meaning 1

A tuition free school in the United States supported by taxes and controlled by a school board.

Classification

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

Examples

  • I attend a local public school in my neighborhood where I can meet friends and learn new things.
  • The public school in our town is known for its excellent music and arts programs.
  • Public schools are funded by property taxes, which is why you should vote on the upcoming budget proposal.
  • As a teacher at a public school, I see firsthand the impact of budget cuts on our education system.
  • Every student is entitled to a free education at a public school in the United States.

Meaning 2

Private independent secondary school in Great Britain supported by endowment and tuition.

Classification

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

Examples

  • The private independent secondary school in Great Britain was often compared to the local public school in terms of academic achievement.
  • Unlike the public school, the private independent secondary school was not funded by the government and relied on private donations.
  • Many students who attended the public school went on to attend top universities, while those who attended the private independent secondary school often had more difficulty getting accepted.
  • The public school had a more diverse student body compared to the private independent secondary school, which was predominantly made up of students from wealthy families.
  • The private independent secondary school in Great Britain was often seen as a rival to the traditional public school system, offering an alternative education to those who could afford it.

Hypernyms

  • Gymnasium
  • Lycee
  • Lyceum
  • Middle School
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