syllabus
|syl/la/bus|
B2
/ˈsɪl.ə.bəs/
outline of topics
Etymology
Etymology Information
'syllabus' originates from Late Latin, specifically the word 'syllabus', where 'syllabus' meant 'list'.
Historical Evolution
'syllabus' changed from the Late Latin word 'syllabus' and eventually became the modern English word 'syllabus'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'list', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an outline of topics'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an outline or summary of topics to be covered in an educational or training course.
The professor handed out the syllabus on the first day of class.
Synonyms
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