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intramural
This term is most frequently encountered in academic settings to describe sports or activities organized exclusively for members of a single school or college. It contrasts sharply with extramural or intercollegiate activities, which involve competition against other institutions. The connotation is one of community, recreation, and internal participation rather than professional or external competition.
In medical or institutional contexts, the word describes something located or occurring within the walls of a facility. This usage is highly technical and formal, often appearing in clinical reports to specify the location of a treatment or a physiological condition relative to the walls of an organ or building.
Meanings
Examples
I joined an intramural soccer league to meet new people on campus.
Do you want to sign up for intramural volleyball this semester?
He is not on the varsity team but plays intramural basketball.
Maybe I should try an intramural sport just for fun.
The university offers a wide variety of intramural activities for all skill levels.
The intramural tournament finals are held every Friday afternoon.
The intramural tournament finals are held every Friday afternoon.
The ancient city was divided into intramural and extramural districts.
Most of the administrative offices are located in the intramural area of the fortress.