curricular
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/kəˈrɪkjələr/
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/kəˈrɪkjʊlər/
(curriculum)
course of study
Etymology
Etymology Information
'curricular' originates from the Latin word 'curriculum', where 'currere' meant 'to run'.
Historical Evolution
'curriculum' transformed into the English word 'curricular' to describe things related to a course of study.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a running course', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'related to a course of study'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college.
The school is revising its curricular activities to include more arts and music.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45