underclassman

noun

un·​der·​class·​man ˌən-dər-ˈklas-mən How to pronounce underclassman (audio)
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: a member of the freshman or sophomore class in a school or college

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Now, middle school and underclassmen athletes have new role models within their community that prove success at the highest level is attainable. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Mar. 2025 There are still two Ohio State underclassmen who still need to announce their intentions regarding this year’s draft: cornerback Davison Igbinosun and linebacker Sonny Styles. — Dane Brugler, The Athletic, 20 Jan. 2025 Some of the best players in Boise State’s recent history had to take control of the team at some point as underclassmen. — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 20 Feb. 2025 Saginaw Boswell Evan Bosch, Soph., G/F — Bosch is a rising talent and has already showcased his talents as an underclassman. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for underclassman

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First Known Use

1871, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of underclassman was in 1871

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underclassman

noun
un·​der·​class·​man ˌən-dər-ˈklas-mən How to pronounce underclassman (audio)
: a student in the first or second year of a four-year high school or college

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