faculty

B2
Pronunciation
/ˈfæ.kəl.ti/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

The academic staff at schools, colleges, universities or not-for-profit research institutes, as opposed to the students or support staff.

2 Definition

A division of a university.

Example Sentences
  • She transferred from the Faculty of Science to the Faculty of Medicine.
3 Definition

An ability, skill, or power, often plural.

Example Sentences
  • He lived until he reached the age of 90 with most of his faculties intact.
4 Definition

A power, authority or privilege conferred by a higher authority.

5 Definition

(Church of England) A licence to make alterations to a church.

6 Definition

The members of a profession.