Sat
- noun
- /sæt/
- That's what people who use the SAT to evaluate student aptitude mean by "developed" verbal ability.
Examples
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But I got my SAT results back.
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All you have to do is take the SAT test.
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I got a near perfect SAT score without studying.
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To get in, you need, like, perfect SAT scores.
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After high school, how do they perform on the SAT scores, and where do they go to college?
Academic text (1992) -
You know, I got a perfect score on my math SAT!
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The success of the students indicated that the SAT is a valid selection instrument.
Academic text (1992) -
Your SAT results are in, and frankly I'm damn depressed.
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If you have a 2.0, you have to score at least 1,050 on the SAT... to be eligible for an athletic scholarship.
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Many students prepare for the SAT to enhance their college applications.
Synonyms
The day after Friday that Jews and some Christians keep as a day of rest
Surface Forms
Etymology
Sat is a short form of Saturday, a day named after the Roman god and planet Saturn. So Sat simply means 'Saturday' and is used on calendars and in plans, and it is the Jewish day of rest called the 'Sabbath'.