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boarding school

American  
[bawr-ding skool] / ˈbɔr dɪŋ ˌskul /

noun

  1. a school at which the students receive board and lodging during the school term (distinguished from day school).

boarding school British  

noun

  1. a school providing living accommodation for some or all of its pupils

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Etymology

Origin of boarding school

First recorded in 1670–80

Example Sentences

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Boarding school students in Kampala and the nearby districts will start throughout the week, to avoid congestion on public transport.

From BBC • Jan. 10, 2022

Boarding school is not immune to the pandemic — day students and staff come and go, and schools have had outbreaks — but these parents see it as a steadier alternative.

From New York Times • Mar. 29, 2021

Boarding school: In 2015, a Utah couple wanted to document their baby’s growth online with photos that featured letterboards.

From Slate • Feb. 21, 2019

Boarding school: After a 30-day testing period at Los Angeles International Airport, United Airlines has expanded a new boarding procedure that is designed to reduce passenger confusion.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 24, 2018

"Boarding school wit!" she said, and stocked to the motor.

From Bab: a Sub-Deb by Rinehart, Mary Roberts

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