major in
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To take (something) as one's major field of study in an institute of tertiary education (such as a college or university).
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
John majored in Computer Science, while Jane majored in Art.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “major in” mean?
To take (something) as one's major field of study in an institute of tertiary education (such as a college or university).
Is “major in” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.