† ˈversityObs. [Abbrev. of university.] = varsity. c1680Hickeringill Hist. Whiggism i. Wks. 1716 I. 37 M. Tantivee is a Graduate, and no small Fool, I assure you, he has been at the ― Versity.1691Mrs. D'Anvers Academia 8 When e're he's sent to th' Versity.