alumnus
UK: əˈlʌmnəs | US: əˈlʌmnəs
n. a male graduate or former student of a school, college, or university
The word "alumnus" originates from Latin, where "alere" means "to nourish" or "to grow." The suffix "-umnus" was used to form nouns denoting a person associated with a particular action or state. Historically, it referred to a foster child or pupil, emphasizing the idea of being "nourished" (educated) by an institution. Over time, it narrowed to specifically mean a male graduate. The feminine form is "alumna."
John is an alumnus of Harvard University.
The alumnus donated generously to his alma mater.
As an alumnus, he often attends campus events.
The school invited every alumnus to the reunion.
The alumnus shared career advice with current students.