interscholastic

American  

[in-ter-skuh-las-tik] / ˌɪn tər skəˈlæs tɪk /

adjective

1. between schools, or representative of different schools, especially secondary schools.

   interscholastic athletics.

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interscholastic British  

/ ˌɪntəskəˈlæstɪk /

adjective

1. (of sports events, competitions, etc) occurring between two or more schools

2. representative of various schools

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Etymology

Origin of interscholastic

First recorded in 1895–1900; inter- + scholastic

Example Sentences

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interscholastic

TFA denied any wrongdoing to FHSAA, saying, “In no way is tuition assistance given for the purpose of participating in interscholastic athletics.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 28, 2026

She said interscholastic bodies across the country are under increasing pressure from athletes and their parents to follow the Sunshine State’s lead.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 10, 2026

While there isn’t a national database tracking the number of middle school athletes holding back, interscholastic officials in several states described it as a tiny but growing fraction.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 22, 2026

Lorey was kicked out of the state championships Saturday after handing out fliers urging people to sign a petition calling on the interscholastic federation to change its policies.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 2, 2025

But the schools will be well represented, nevertheless, and we may look forward to seeing even better tennis this year than at any previous interscholastic tournament.

From Harper's Round Table, August 13, 1895 by Various