(classical studies, usually capitalized) The garden where Plato taught. / (classical studies, usually capitalized) Plato's philosophical system based on skepticism; Plato's followers.

(classical studies, history) The school for advanced education founded by Plato; the garden where Plato taught. / (classical studies) The disciples of Plato. / (classical studies, philosophy) Platonism.

(rare) academic

plural of academy

plural of Academy Award

The ceremony at which Academy Award winners are announced and receive their prizes.

A body, usually operating with state financial support and approval, that co-ordinates the activities of research in (nearly always) the sciences and (sometimes) other disciplines.

National academy. / Learned society dedicated to sciences.

(slang) brothel

An award in any of various fields related to moviemaking, most prominently acting, generally awarded at a televised gala to winners who then speak.