schoolmate

[ skool-meyt ]

noun

1. a companion or associate at school.

schoolmate

/ ˈskuːlˌmeɪt /

noun

1. a companion at school; fellow pupil

Word History and Origins

Origin of schoolmate¹

First recorded in 1555–65; school ¹ + mate ¹

Example Sentences

Saying the killer had shown no remorse, a judge on Friday sentenced Samuel Woodward to life in prison without parole for murdering a gay former schoolmate in January 2018.

From Los Angeles Times

Some of his schoolmates were questioned by investigators and said Arseny would often criticise Putin and Russia's actions in Ukraine.

From BBC

His new schoolmates help him write notes in class as the explosion also damaged his fingers and thumbs.

From BBC

“In 1989, I believe I lost three brothers,” said a tearful Hecht, who still can’t believe that a schoolmate of hers has been in prison for decades.

From Los Angeles Times

I was playing keyboards in bands with schoolmates and had dreams of becoming a rock star.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• acquaintance
• chum
• classmate
• comrade