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gymnasium

In Germany, a state-maintained secondary school that prepares pupils for higher academic education. This type of nine-year school originated in Strasbourg in 1537. Though the usual graduation age is 19 or 20, pupils may terminate their studies at age 16 and enter a vocational school. Secondary or postprimary education is also provided by middle schools (Mittelschulen), teachers' colleges, and commercial schools.

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gymnasium

1. a large room or hall equipped with bars, weights, ropes, etc., for games or physical training

2. (in various European countries) a secondary school that prepares pupils for university