mortarboard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a square board with a handle underneath; used by masons to hold or carry mortar
  2. noun an academic cap with a flat square with a tassel on top

Etymology

From mortar + board.

In classic literature

Synonyms

hawk

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