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academe

Pronunciation: /ˈakədiːm/
Definition of academe

noun

[mass noun]
  • the academic environment or community; academia:bridging the gap between industry and academe a lifetime in the groves of academe

Origin:

late 16th century (in the sense 'academy'): from Latin academia, reinforced by Greek Akadēmos (see academy)

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Definition of academe in the US English dictionary
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