tertiary
Translation
tertiary, third
Examples
He is studying at a tertiary institution.
He is studying at a tertiary institution.
The tertiary sector of the economy is growing.
The tertiary sector of the economy is growing.
Grammar Patterns
tertiary ((noun)) third in order or level He is studying at a tertiary institution.
Similar Words
Synonyms: third, third-rate
Etymology
From Latin 'tertiarius', from 'tertius' meaning 'third'.
Memory Tips
Remember the sequence: 1st = primary, 2nd = secondary, 3rd = tertiary. The 'ter-' part sounds like 'three'.