OXBRIDGE


Meaning of OXBRIDGE in English

n. Brit. 1 (also attrib.) Oxford and Cambridge universities regarded together, esp. in contrast to newer institutions. 2 (often attrib.) the characteristics of these universities.

[ portmanteau word f. Ox(ford) + (Cam) bridge ]

Concise Oxford English dictionary.      Краткий оксфордский словарь английского языка.