course — a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject
Pronunciation (IPA): /kɔːrs/
Example Sentences
- The professor's course was so boring that half the students fell asleep during the first lecture.
- Of course, the GPS stopped working right when we needed it most.
- The ship had to alter its course to avoid the iceberg.
course
NOUN[/kɔːrs/]
a series of lessons or lectures on a particular subject
The cooking course teaches students how to prepare a perfect three-course meal.
Every course becomes a source of inner force!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin cursus, meaning 'a running' or 'a course,' derived from the verb currere 'to run.' The word evolved through Old French cours, developing the extended sense of 'a path' or 'direction of travel,' and later 'a sequence of instruction or events.'
Breakdown
Latin cursus (running, course) from currere (to run) → Old French cours → Middle English course. The root curr- relates to movement and progression.
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📝Examples
“The professor's course was so boring that half the students fell asleep during the first lecture.”
“Of course, the GPS stopped working right when we needed it most.”
“The ship had to alter its course to avoid the iceberg.”
“The five-course meal took three hours to finish, but it was worth every minute.”
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