Major
Noun, Adjective
UK
/ˈmeɪ.dʒər/
US
/ˈmeɪ.dʒɚ/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
(adj) : Important or large.
(n) : Main subject in school; a military rank.
(n) : Main subject in school; a military rank.
Example
"(adj) : This is a major event."
"(n) : Her major in college is mathematics, but she also studies art as a minor."
"(n) : A major in the army leads a group of soldiers and makes important decisions."
Explanation
Major means big, important, or serious. For example, this is a major problem, meaning it is very important. In school or college, a major is the main subject a student studies, like her major is biology. As a noun in the military, a major is a rank. Major shows importance, size, or focus, depending on context.