enroll
UK: ɪnˈrəʊl | US: ɪnˈroʊl
vt. to officially register or enlist someone (or oneself) in a list, group, or course
vi. to become a member or participant in a program or institution
enroll = en<in, into> + roll<list, scroll>
- en<in, into>: From Old French en- (Latin in-), meaning "in" or "into."
- roll<list, scroll>: From Old French rolle (Latin rotulus), referring to a rolled-up list or document.
Etymology Origin:
The word enroll originated in Middle English from Old French enroller, combining en- (into) and rolle (a scroll or list). Historically, official records were kept on rolled parchment, so "enrolling" literally meant adding a name to such a scroll. Over time, it broadened to mean any formal registration process.
Students must enroll in the course by the end of the week.
She decided to enroll her son in a music school.
The army recruits enroll after passing basic training.
You can enroll online or in person at the office.
He enrolled as a member of the local gym.