syllabus
UK: /ˈsɪləbəs/ | US: /ˈsɪləbəs/
n. an outline or summary of the main points of a text, lecture, or course of study
n. (historically) a label or table of contents
The word "syllabus" originates from a misreading of the Greek word "sittybas" (labels or table of contents) in early Latin manuscripts. The term was later standardized in Medieval Latin as "syllabus," meaning a list or catalog. The morpheme "syllab" derives from Greek "sittyba" (parchment labels), while "-us" is a common Latin noun suffix. Over time, the word evolved to specifically denote educational outlines, reflecting its structured, list-like nature.
The professor handed out the syllabus on the first day of class.
Make sure to review the syllabus before the exam.
The syllabus clearly outlines the course objectives and deadlines.
Students often overlook important details in the syllabus.
The syllabus was updated to include new reading materials.