intersession

noun

in·​ter·​ses·​sion ˈin-tər-ˌse-shən How to pronounce intersession (audio)
: a period between two academic sessions or terms sometimes utilized for brief concentrated courses

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This online-only limitation is particularly stressful during intersession periods, the gaps between semesters every winter and summer. Larry D. Urish, Oc Register, 16 Mar. 2026 Enrichment can also be offered to advanced students during those intersessions. Aliza Chasan, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2024 The first intersession, held over fall break after nine weeks of traditional classes, drew about 1,800 students in classes of 14 to 16 students each, and Birmingham hasn’t slowed down. Raymond Pierce, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2024 Birmingham City Schools - All BCS student activities Tuesday afternoon, including aftercare for intersession, are cancelled. al, 22 Mar. 2022 See All Example Sentences for intersession

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First Known Use

1932, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of intersession was in 1932

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“Intersession.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intersession. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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