résumé
UK: ˈrɛzjʊmeɪ | US: ˈrɛzəmeɪ
n. a brief summary of one’s professional or educational background, typically for job applications
n. (French) a summary or abstract
The word "résumé" originates from French, where it literally means "summed up" or "recapitulated." It derives from the verb "résumer" (to summarize), which combines the prefix "re-" (again) and "sumer" (to take), from Latin "sumere." The past participle suffix "-é" gives it the sense of completion. Over time, English adopted it to specifically denote a summary of one’s qualifications.
She updated her résumé before applying for the new position.
The professor asked for a one-page résumé of the research paper.
His résumé highlights ten years of experience in marketing.
A well-written résumé can significantly improve your job prospects.
The candidate’s résumé was impressive but lacked relevant certifications.