Semester
8 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
One of the two main academic terms in a school or university year, typically lasting approximately 15-18 weeks. Most commonly used in higher education institutions.
“Students must complete four required courses each semester to stay on track for graduation.”
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Double-E pattern with common consonants S, M, T, R; start with vowel-rich words
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Worth 10 points; useful for extending words with the -ER suffix
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