Campus (en. Campus)

/ˈkampus/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Land and buildings where the activities of an educational institution take place.
The university campus is very large and offers many facilities.
El campus de la universidad es muy amplio y ofrece muchas instalaciones.
A set of buildings and spaces dedicated to higher education.
There is a new science building on the campus.
Hay un nuevo edificio de ciencias en el campus.
An area where academic and recreational activities for students are conducted.
Students enjoy their free time on campus.
Los estudiantes disfrutan de su tiempo libre en el campus.

Etymology

From Latin 'campus', meaning 'field', 'land' or 'open space'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

campus life
The daily experience and activities of students on campus.
vida de campus
campus spirit
The culture and community that forms in an educational institution.
espíritu de campus
campus tour
A guided tour of the university facilities.
recorrido por el campus

Related Words

university
Institution of higher education that grants academic degrees.
universidad
student
Person who is learning in an educational institution.
estudiante
classroom
Room where classes are held.
aula

Slang Meanings

Refers to the social and community life of students at the university.
I love the campus vibe, there’s always something fun to do.
Me encanta la vibe del campus, siempre hay algo divertido por hacer.
Used to refer to activities or events organized by students.
The party on campus was epic.
La fiesta en el campus fue épica.