noun
- plural of semester; academic terms that divide a school year, typically lasting about 18 weeks each
Usage: educational
Examples
- The university operates on two semesters per academic year.
- She completed six semesters before graduating early.
- Fall and spring semesters are separated by winter break.
- Students must register for courses each of the upcoming semesters.
- The college switched from quarters to semesters last year.
- He failed two courses during his first few semesters.
- Summer semesters are typically shorter than regular ones.