U.S. Education. An oral examination on material previously learned or explained, esp. when used as a regular teaching method (now chiefly historical…

U.S. College slang. A rigorous exam; a tutor who sets such an exam. Now rare.

a long essay or dissertation on a subject drawn from the work done during a school or college term.

A test of a person's proficiency in a particular trade or occupation.

(a) adj. designating an examination set, or qualification awarded, by the City and Guilds of London Institute, as City and Guilds course, City and Gui…

an examination taken to determine one's suitability for admission to a school, course, etc.; = entrance exam n. at entrance, n. compounds 2.

An intermediate examination (in arts, etc.).

An impromptu or unscheduled test, examination, or question.