emeritus — holding an honorary title after retirement, especially for a professor who retains their title after retiring
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: holding an honorary title after retirement, especially for a professor who retains their title after retiring
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈmerɪtəs/
Korean meaning: 명예직의, 명예퇴직한 (특히 은퇴한 교수가 명예 직함을 유지하는)
Korean pronunciation: 이**메**리터스
Example Sentences
- The emeritus professor still scares students with his legendary pop quizzes, even though he retired five years ago.
- Dr. Johnson was granted emeritus status after 40 years of distinguished service.
- The chairman emeritus still shows up to every board meeting, much to everyone's surprise.
emeritus
ADJECTIVE//ɪˈmerɪtəs//
holding an honorary title after retirement, especially for a professor who retains their title after retiring
The emeritus professor returns to give one final lecture to admiring students.
The emeritus professor's meritorious work shines glorious.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어에서 유래된 이 단어는 '공로를 인정받아 은퇴한 사람'을 의미합니다. 로마 시대에 군인이나 관리가 오랜 복무 후 명예롭게 은퇴할 때 사용되던 용어였습니다.
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📝Examples
“The emeritus professor still scares students with his legendary pop quizzes, even though he retired five years ago.”
“Dr. Johnson was granted emeritus status after 40 years of distinguished service.”
“The chairman emeritus still shows up to every board meeting, much to everyone's surprise.”
“As professor emeritus, she maintains an office on campus and continues her research.”
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