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Phi Beta Kappa

(fī)

1. An honorary society, founded in 1776, of college students and graduates whose members are chosen on the basis of high academic standing.

2. A member of this society.

[From the initials of the society's motto in Greek philosophiā biou kubernētēs, philosophy the guide of life : philosophiā, philosophy + biou : genitive of bios, life + kubernētēs, guide.]

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Phi Beta Kappa

(ˈfaɪ ˈbeɪtə ˈkæpə; ˈbiːtə)

(in the US) n

1. (Education) a national honorary society, founded in 1776, membership of which is based on high academic ability

2. (Education) a member of this society

[from the initials of the Greek motto philosophia biou kubernētēs philosophy the guide of life]

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Phi Be•ta Kap•pa

(ˈfaɪ ˈbeɪ tə ˈkæp ə, ˈbi tə)
n.

1. a national honor society composed of U.S. college students and graduates of high academic distinction: founded 1776.

2. a member of Phi Beta Kappa.

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