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Definition of: diploma
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(di·plō′mə) noun
1. A writing, usually under seal, granting some privilege or authority, or bestowing some honor; especially, the official certificate of graduation in arts, medicine, law, etc., bestowed by a college or university.
2. An instrument authorizing a person to practice a profession.
3. An official document; charter. [<L <Gk. diplōma paper folded double, a letter]
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