Pronunciation

/kɔːrs/

Definitions

Noun

1. A sequence of lessons or activities designed to teach a particular subject or skill: We’re taking a course in French next semester.
2. A part of a meal served at one time: The main course was a delicious steak.
3. The direction or trend of something: The economy is on a steady growth course.
4. A prescribed path or route: The hiking trail followed a gentle course through the forest.
5. A series of events or actions that make up a program or curriculum: A college degree typically involves several courses.

Verb

1. To study or attend a course: She is currently enrolled in a cooking course.
2. To progress or move along a particular path or line: The ship took a course towards the horizon.

Adjective

1. Regular or systematic: The weather is on a course for improvement.
2. Directed or intended: The course of action was carefully planned.

Phrases

• “Take a course” means to enroll in a class or educational program.
• “On a different course” signifies deviation from a previous path or plan.
• “Course correction” refers to making changes to stay on track.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “I signed up for a yoga course to improve my flexibility.”
• Verb: “The plane made a course change due to bad weather.”
• Adjective: “Our company’s strategy is on a new course after recent restructuring.”

Synonyms

• Class
• Lesson
• Study
• Curriculum
• Program
• Track
• Line
• Path
• Progression
• Sequence
• Run
• Lineage
• Lineament
• Motion

Note: The pronunciation for “course” is given as /kɔːrs/ with a long “o” sound. The interjection usage is not a standard part of the word “course” but can be used informally to greet someone.