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Vocabulary Entry
major
|noun • adjective • verb
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N
noun
A person of greater rank or importance.
Example Sentences
"The major decided to implement new strategies for the team."
"In the army, a major is responsible for leading a battalion."
"He was promoted to major after several years of dedicated service."
A
adjective
Greater in importance, seriousness, or significance.
Example Sentences
"The project requires major funding to be successful."
"She played a major role in organizing the event."
"There was a major accident on the highway this morning."
V
verb
To specialize in a particular subject of study at a college or university.
Example Sentences
"She decided to major in biology during her college years."
"He majors in mathematics and hopes to become a teacher."
"It's important to choose a subject you are passionate about when you major."