GYMNASIUM


Meaning of GYMNASIUM in English

In Germany, a state-maintained secondary school that prepares pupils for higher academic education.

This type of nine-year school originated in Strasbourg in 1537. Though the usual graduation age is 19 or 20, pupils may terminate their studies at age 16 and enter a vocational school. Secondary or postprimary education is also provided by middle schools ( Mittelschulen ), teachers' colleges, and commercial schools.

Britannica English dictionary.      Английский словарь Британика.