Meaning
A teacher of the highest rank at a university.
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Word origin
From Latin professor, one who says openly what he teaches, from profiteri.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- professor
- English cognates
- profession
Grammar
Examples
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A professor teaches and studies at a university.
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"Professor" is a rank, not just a job name.
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"Professors" is the plural, meaning more than one.
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Start your free weekThis word is taught in chapter 10, lesson 6: professor, issue, cute and 7 more words.