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syllabus
/ˈsɪl.ə.bəs/
[/ˈsɪl.ə.bəs/]
an outline of a course
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A syllabus is a document that lists the topics, materials, and requirements of a course. Students use it to know what they will study.
Example
The syllabus shows we will cover ten chapters this term.
The syllabus shows we will cover ten chapters this term.
Etymology
From Late Latin 'syllabus', from a misreading of Greek 'sittybas' meaning labels.
How & Where It’s Used
Given at the start of a course to outline content and assessment.