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Vinony

community college

noun

  1. a 2-year government-supported college that offers an associate degree
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Wiktionary

noun

Etymology: The name derives from the fact that community colleges primarily attract and accept students from the local community, and are often supported by the local community through property taxes.

  1. An educational institution providing college education granting certificates, diplomas, and associate's degrees, but not higher level degrees; junior college.
  2. A secondary school, usually offering extended services of some sort.