licentiate
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- noun
- /lɪˈsɛnʃiˌeɪt/
- UK
- After completing his studies, John received his licentiate degree in law from the prestigious university.
Examples
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I am currently studying full-time towards a pontifical licentiate in theology (a degree that is required before pursuing a pontifical doctorate) and I give talks about healing sexual wounds with the help of the saints.
Blog text (18) -
For work in the UK as newsletter editor for three photographic organizations; articles, lectures, and judging; achievements as a photographer receiving the distinction of Licentiate from the Royal Photographic Society of Great Britain.
Academic text (2008) -
He was enrolled in a course of study in canon law at the University of Mexico in 1623 and at some point completed his licentiate.
Academic text (2009) -
Then, as a profession, develop a licensing procedure that guarantees to the public that our licentiates know what they are doing as professional practitioners in developmental physical activity.
Academic text (1997) -
As a recognized licentiate in education, Maria was qualified to teach at several universities across Europe.
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The licentiate credential allowed him to practice as a professional in his field, enhancing his career opportunities.
Synonyms
A university degree the same as a master's used in some countries
Antonyms
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Licentiate comes from the Latin word licentia, which means 'permission' or 'freedom', and it shares the same root as the English word license. So a licentiate is someone who has been given official permission or a degree to teach or work at a university.