community college

noun

: a 2-year government-supported college that offers an associate degree

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That measure aimed to eliminate Prop 13 tax breaks for commercial and industrial properties, with the resulting funding directed at public schools and community colleges. Ben Paviour july 2, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026 After his father’s death, Halty enrolled at a San Diego community college and worked part-time jobs while living in his car. Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026 Under Proposition 98, approved by voters in 1988, California has a minimum funding guarantee for schools and community colleges and dedicates roughly 40% of general fund revenue to education. Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026 She got connected to a nursing program at her community college, and to help with SNAP, WIC, and childcare. Afdhel Aziz, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for community college

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First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of community college was in 1922

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“Community college.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/community%20college. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

Kids Definition

community college

noun
: a public junior college that fits its instruction to the community's needs

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