underclassman
noun
a freshman or sophomore in a secondary school or college.
underclassmen
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pluralof underclassman.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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I think sometimes, as underclassmen, we can make it the end of the world if we go 0 for 3 in a game or we have a bad outing.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 27, 2026
“We knew what to expect playing them and between the first and second quarters coach told us to work on our transition,” said Barragan, one of 14 underclassmen on the varsity roster.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 19, 2026
Ramsey was the lone underclassmen in that starting group, but far and away the most coveted in the upcoming draft.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 19, 2024
Mast’s final message to his team in the locker room Friday included a pledge to help the seniors finish their degrees and help the underclassmen find a spot to continue playing college basketball.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 15, 2024
All of Beatriz’s friends and several underclassmen jump to their feet, like they’re cheering at a basketball game.
From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles
