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   major

   /ˈmeɪdʒə/

   adjective

   • 1. important, serious, or significant: "the use of drugs is a major problem" Similar crucialvitalgreatconsiderableparamountutmostprimeextensiveimportantbigsignificantweightycrucialkeysweepingsubstantialseriousradicalcomplicateddifficultOpposite littleunimportanttrivialminor
   • ▪ greater or more important; main: "he got the major share of the spoils" Similar greatestbestfinestmost importantchiefmainprimeprincipalcapitalcardinalleadingstarforemostoutstandingfirst-ratetop-tiernotableeminentpre-eminentarch-supremeuppermostOpposite minor
   • ▪ (of a surgical operation) serious or life-threatening: "he had to undergo major surgery"
   • 2. (of a scale) having intervals of a semitone between the third and fourth, and seventh and eighth degrees.
   • ▪ (of an interval) equivalent to that between the tonic and another note of a major scale, and greater by a semitone than the corresponding minor interval: "C to E is a major third"
   • ▪ (of a key) based on a major scale, tending to produce a bright or joyful effect: "Prelude in G Major"
   • 3. (appended to a surname in public schools) indicating the elder of two brothers. dated British
   • 4. (of a term) occurring as the predicate in the conclusion of a categorical syllogism.
   • ▪ (of a premise) containing the major term in a categorical syllogism. Similar crucialvitalgreatconsiderableparamountutmostprimeextensiveOpposite littleunimportant

   noun

   • 1. a rank of officer in the army and the US air force, above captain and below lieutenant colonel.
   • ▪ an officer in charge of a section of band instruments: "a trumpet major"
   • 2. a major key, interval, or scale.
   • ▪ a system of change-ringing using eight bells.
   • 3. a major organization or competition: "the majors have swept up the smaller independent companies in licensing deals"
   • 4. a student's principal subject or course: North American "many students would ignore courses outside their major"
   • ▪ a student specializing in a specified subject: "a math major"
   • 5. a major term or premise.
   • 6. short for major suit
   • 7. a goal.

   verb

   • 1. specialize in (a particular subject) at college or university: North American, Australian, New Zealand "I was trying to decide if I should major in drama or English"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Latin, comparative of magnus ‘great’; perhaps influenced by French majeur.

   Derivatives

   • 1. majorship noun

   Scrabble Points: 14

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › majoringMajoring Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   1. : greater in dignity, rank, importance, or interest. one of the major poets. 2. : greater in number, quantity, or extent. the major part of his work. 3. : of full legal age. major children. 4. a. : notable or conspicuous in effect or scope : considerable. a major improvement. b. : prominent or significant in size, amount, or degree.

3. www.uopeople.edu › blog › degree-vs-major-whats-the-differenceDegree Vs. Major: What’s the Difference? - University of the...

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   May 25, 2021 · A “major” in college is the specific area of study you’re focusing on while you’re on your path to earn your degree. This speciality is ideally in line with the career you’ll want to go into after graduating, so some students may like to choose a very specific major while others may prefer something more broad.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishMAJOR | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   MAJOR definition: 1. more important, bigger, or more serious than others of the same type: 2. belonging or relating…. Learn more.

5. www.wordreference.com › definition › majoringmajoring - WordReference.com Dictionary of English

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   adj. greater in size, extent, or importance: the major part of the town. great, as in rank or importance: a major political issue; a major artist. serious or risky: a major operation. of or pertaining to the majority: the major opinion. of full legal age. Music and Dance.

6. blog.collegevine.com › degree-vs-majorDegree vs. Major: What’s the Difference? | CollegeVine Blog

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   Jun 11, 2021 · A major is something you study, while a degree is what you ultimately earn. Confused about what separates these two important concepts? You’re not alone. Keep reading for a complete breakdown of what majors and degrees really mean. What Is a Major? A major is the program of study you pursue in college.

7. www.road2college.com › what-is-a-college-majorWhat Is a Major in College? All About Majors & Choosing One

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   Sep 21, 2023 · A college major is a concentrated area of study that forms the crux of your undergraduate curriculum. Your major helps to shape academic trajectory and influences your prospective career path. It comprises a series of interrelated courses designed to foster in-depth knowledge and proficiency in a particular area.

8. www.coursera.org › articles › what-is-a-major-in-collegeWhat Is a Major in College? - Coursera

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   Jan 25, 2024 · A major is the field of study you choose to pursue when completing your general education requirements in college. Examples of common majors include business administration, computer science, and psychology. Learning more about college majors can help make the decision process easier.