YMCA
noun
: an international organization that promotes the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical welfare originally of young men
—usually used with the
a member of the YMCA
—sometimes shortened informally to the Y
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Proceeds from the prayer breakfast will support the YMCA's Out-of-School Time programs for local youth.
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Emery Glover, Des Moines Register, 6 Jan. 2026
Our vision is, How does the YMCA of Greater Charlotte become the social hub for the greater Charlotte area?
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 5 Jan. 2026
The man, who has not been identified, will also be present to thank the first responders for their lifesaving efforts, according to YMCA officials.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 3 Jan. 2026
Quentin’s sister-in-law offered Flora a room in her Paris apartment and an opportunity to work with her at the YMCA there.
—Fiona Donovan, Vanity Fair, 30 Dec. 2025
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Emery Glover, Des Moines Register, 6 Jan. 2026
Our vision is, How does the YMCA of Greater Charlotte become the social hub for the greater Charlotte area?
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 5 Jan. 2026
The man, who has not been identified, will also be present to thank the first responders for their lifesaving efforts, according to YMCA officials.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 3 Jan. 2026
Quentin’s sister-in-law offered Flora a room in her Paris apartment and an opportunity to work with her at the YMCA there.
—Fiona Donovan, Vanity Fair, 30 Dec. 2025
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“YMCA.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/YMCA. Accessed 7 Jan. 2026.
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YMCA
noun
: an international organization that promotes the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical welfare originally of young Christian men
Etymology
Young Men's Christian Association
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