Coeducation (noun)

The education of both males and females in the same school or institution.

Origin:

The word "coeducation" comes from the latin "co" meaning "together" and "educatio" meaning "education".

Examples:

1. Many colleges in the United States have adopted coeducation as the norm.
2. The school believed in coeducation, and had equal number of boys and girls.
3. Coeducation is said to promote understanding and cooperation between the sexes.
4. The school had adopted coeducation since its foundation in the 19th century.
5. Coeducation is seen as a way to break down traditional gender roles and stereotypes.