1. plural of matric; students who are in or have completed their final year of secondary school, especially in South African English.
Usage: South African English; commonly used in South Africa and some other Commonwealth countries
2. plural of matric; the final examination or qualification obtained at the end of secondary school in South Africa and some other countries.
Usage: South African English; refers to the matriculation examination or certificate

Examples

• The matrics are preparing for their final exams next month.
• Many matrics in South Africa take gap years before attending university.
• She passed her matrics with distinction in all subjects.
• The school held a special ceremony to celebrate the matrics' achievements.
• Matrics from our school have been accepted to universities worldwide.