Associations to the word «Gymnasium»

Wiktionary

GYMNASIUM, noun. A large room or building for indoor sports.
GYMNASIUM, noun. A type of secondary school in some European countries which typically prepares students for university.

Dictionary definition

GYMNASIUM, noun. A school for students intermediate between elementary school and college; usually grades 9 to 12.
GYMNASIUM, noun. Athletic facility equipped for sports or physical training.

Wise words

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