ETYM Late Lat. graduatus, p. p. of graduare to admit to a degree, from Latin gradus grade. Related to Grade.
1. One who has received an academic or professional degree; one who has completed the prescribed course of study in any school or institution of learning.
2. A graduated cup, tube, or flask; a measuring glass used by pharmacists and chemists.

Of or relating to studies beyond a bachelor's degree; SYN. postgraduate.

1. To confer an academic degree upon
2. To receive an academic degree upon completion of one's studies.