noun
alumni
uh-LUHM-neye
noun
1
Former students or graduates of a school, college, or university, considered as a group.
"The alumni association hosts an annual fundraising dinner."
How to Use Alumni
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA group of people who used to attend a particular school or university.
Common mistake
Strictly, "alumni" is plural (or male/mixed); "alumnus" is one male graduate, "alumna" one female graduate, and "alumnae" a group of female graduates. Many people now use "alumni" loosely for any group.
Common pairings
alumni association
notable alumni
Word Forms
alumni plural, alumnis plural
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “alumni”
A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage
→
Fill the Gap
Can you complete this real example?
The _____ association hosts an annual fundraising dinner.
Etymology
The Latin plural of alumnus, "foster son" or "pupil."