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trivium

/ˈtraɪviəm/ noun · British & US
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What does trivium mean?

noun

The three liberal arts of grammar, logic, and rhetoric, considered as a foundation for higher learning. In modern usage, it refers to the three stages of learning: the lower, the higher, and the highest.

Example

"The trivium was the core of the medieval education system, providing a solid foundation for students to build upon."

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