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curriculum

|cur/ric/u/ lum|

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/kəˈrɪkjələm/

course of study

Etymology
Etymology Information

'curriculum' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'curriculum', where 'currere' meant 'to run'.

Historical Evolution

'curriculum' changed from the Latin word 'curriculum' and eventually became the modern English word 'curriculum'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a running course or career', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a course of study'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college.

The school is revising its curriculum to include more technology courses.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45