A level

[ ey lev-uhl ]

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noun

British.

a public examination requiring advanced knowledge in a subject and taken at the end of secondary school, usually two years after O level.
a pass in this examination.

A level

noun

1. a public examination in a subject taken for the General Certificate of Education ( GCE ), usually at the age of 17–18
2. the course leading to this examination
3. ( as modifier )
  A-level maths
a pass in a particular subject at A level
she has three A levels

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Word History and Origins

Origin of A level¹

1950–55; A(dvanced) level

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O level vs. A level

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A level 11 wind, according to the China Meteorological Administration, can cause "serious damage", while a level 12 wind brings "extreme destruction".

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Scotland finished with wins at home to Croatia and away to Poland to end their first campaign at A level on seven points.

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“A level of corruption that stands directly between us and progress.”

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A level of 82 is definitely on the high side, so it is smart of you to cut back a bit on your supplement.

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A level 3 “Go Now” evacuation notice was issued for communities from Gray Road east to Clear Lake.

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