university professor
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of university professor
First recorded in 1905–10
Example Sentences
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When DI Glyn Walsh returns unexpectedly early from bereavement leave, he and DS Sion Dearden work together to solve the perplexing murder of an esteemed university professor.
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026
These messages are deeply troubling, and there is plenty of criticism to heap on Summers, who now holds Harvard’s highest faculty honor as a university professor.
From Slate • Nov. 24, 2025
Summers holds Harvard’s highest faculty distinction as a university professor and has taught at the school for years.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 17, 2025
A Russell Group university professor, who has taught at several universities and wants to remain anonymous, echoes Yasmin's concerns.
From BBC • Dec. 3, 2024
He’s nuts\ He swears that his university professor had him locked up.
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
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