curriculum — the subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəˈrɪkjələm/
Example Sentences
- The math curriculum was so tough that even calculators started applying for therapy.
- Our school's curriculum includes coding, which is perfect since I already speak fluent bug language.
- Students must complete all required courses in the curriculum to graduate.
curriculum
NOUN[/kəˈrɪkjələm/]
the subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college
the subjects comprising a course of study in a school or college
"Follow the curriculum, never be ridiculous — study hard, stay meticulous."
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Curriculum derives from Latin currere, meaning 'to run.' Originally referring to a racecourse or running track, the term metaphorically evolved to describe the course or path of education that students traverse, eventually becoming the standard term for an organized program of study.
Breakdown
currere (to run) + -ulum (diminutive suffix, denoting a small or particular thing). Literally 'a small course or path to run.'
🎵Rhyme
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📝Examples
“The math curriculum was so tough that even calculators started applying for therapy.”
“Our school's curriculum includes coding, which is perfect since I already speak fluent bug language.”
“Students must complete all required courses in the curriculum to graduate.”
“The university is updating its curriculum to meet industry demands.”
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