Definition

The condition or time when someone is a student or learner, especially in a school or educational setting.

Example

During his pupilage, he learned many important skills that would help him in his career.

Conversation

I was thinking about my time in school and how much I learned during my pupilage.

Yeah, those were some important years for all of us.

It's interesting to reflect on how our pupilage shaped who we are today.

Totally! I believe it laid the foundation for our future.

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Root Explanation

Pupilage is derived from 'pupil' (from Latin 'pupillus', meaning a minor or ward) and the suffix '-age' (meaning a state or condition). The term 'pupilage' refers to the state or condition of being a pupil or student.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'pupil' as a student and '-age' indicating a state — so 'pupilage' means the state of being a student.

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