1. oppidan - Noun
2. oppidan - Adjective
Of or pertaining to a town.
An inhabitant of a town.
A student of Eton College, England, who is not a King's scholar, and who boards in a private family.
Source: Webster's dictionaryMcConnell, p.177 Oppidan scholarships may also be awarded for consistently performing with distinction in School and external examinations. Source: Internet
The Oppidan, founded in 1828, was published once a Half; it covered all sport in Eton and some professional events as well, but no longer exists. Source: Internet
Within the school, an Oppidan Scholar is entitled to use the letters OS after his name. Source: Internet