Numerus-clausus Definition

noun

Limitation on the number of students allowed to enter university based on examination performance, ethnicity or gender.

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Other Word Forms of Numerus-clausus

Noun

Singular:
numerus-clausus
Plural:
numeri-clausi

Origin of Numerus-clausus

  • From Latin numerus (“number”) clausus (“reserved”)

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