Kindergarten
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈkɪndəɹˌɡɑːɹt(ə)n/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Kindergarten is a noun meaning (Canada, US, Australia, India) An educational institution for young children, usually between ages 4 and 6; nursery school.
Meaning
(Canada, US, Australia, India) An educational institution for young children, usually between ages 4 and 6; nursery school.
More Meanings
- (Canada, US, Australia, India) The elementary school grade before first grade.
- (Philippines) The two levels between nursery and prep; the second and third years of preschool.
Word Forms
- kindergartens
- kindergarden
Synonyms for kindergarten
Depending on context, synonyms include preschool, reception.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include preschool, pre-school, custody, native, nursery, kgs.
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