course

course · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A series of lessons or lectures on a subject.

  2. 2.

    To flow or move rapidly.

  3. 3.

    The direction followed by something moving.

  4. 4.

    The way something progresses or develops.

  5. 5.

    A part of a meal served separately.

  6. 6.

    An area for sports activities.

Forms

plural: courses

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    of course — certainly; naturally
  • •
    in due course — at the appropriate time
  • •
    in the course of — during
  • •
    stay the course — persist to the end
  • •
    course of action — a plan
  • •
    par for the course — typical; expected
  • •
    run its course — develop naturally to completion

Related words

See also: class, direction, lesson, path
Synonyms: class, direction, path, route

Etymology

From Latin "cursus" meaning running or course, from "currere" (to run).