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.
Mark is excited to be a junior this year and looking forward to senior year activities.
02

term of address for a disrespectful and annoying male

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He ignored the junior's constant interruptions.
Do n't be such a junior and listen carefully.
03

the younger of two persons

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John is the junior of the two brothers.
Among the cousins, the junior was only ten years old.
04

a son who has the same first name as his father

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Martin Smith Jr. followed his father into the business.
The father and junior both attended the meeting.
junior
01

lower in rank or position compared to someone else wthin a work environment

junior definition and meaning
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As a junior employee, he reported to a senior manager and was responsible for assisting with various tasks.
The junior partner in the law firm worked under the guidance of the senior partners.
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used of the third or next to final year in United States high school or college

junior definition and meaning
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Junior students are preparing for advanced courses.
The junior class organizes the annual charity event.
03

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.
She coaches the junior soccer team, helping young athletes develop their skills and teamwork.
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