junior
jun
ˈʤu:n
joon
ior
jər
yēr
British pronunciation
/ˈʤuːnjə/
Jr

Definition & Meaning of "junior"in English

Junior
01

a student who is in the year before the last year of college or high school

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junior definition and meaning

Who is a "junior"?

A junior refers to a student in their third year of study in a four-year academic program, such as in high school or college. At this stage, the student has already completed most of the basic coursework and is usually focusing on more specialized subjects related to their major or field of study. Being a junior often means the student is preparing for their final year and is starting to plan for graduation or post-graduation opportunities.

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As juniors, they are preparing for standardized tests and college entrance exams.
02

a young male regarded as disrespectful, annoying, or inexperienced

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He ignored the junior's constant interruptions.
03

the younger of two people sharing a family relationship or other comparison

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John is the junior of the two brothers.
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a son who has the same given name as his father

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Martin Smith Jr. followed his father into the business.
junior
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lower in rank or position compared to someone else wthin a work environment

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As a junior employee, he reported to a senior manager and was responsible for assisting with various tasks.
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relating to the third or next-to-final year of high school or college in the United States

junior definition and meaning
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Junior students are preparing for advanced courses.
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intended for or related to young people, particularly in sports

junior definition and meaning
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The junior division of the tennis tournament is open to players under the age of 18.
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