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memoranda

mem·o·ran·dum
M m

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [mem-uh-ran-duh m]
    • /ˌmɛm əˈræn dəm/
    • /ˌmem.əˈræn.dəm/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [mem-uh-ran-duh m]
    • /ˌmɛm əˈræn dəm/

Definitions of memoranda word

  • noun plural memoranda a short note designating something to be remembered, especially something to be done or acted upon in the future; reminder. 1
  • noun plural memoranda a record or written statement of something. 1
  • noun plural memoranda an informal message, especially one sent between two or more employees of the same company, concerning company business: an interoffice memorandum. 1
  • noun plural memoranda Law. a writing, usually informal, containing the terms of a transaction. 1
  • noun plural memoranda Diplomacy. a summary of the state of an issue, the reasons for a decision agreed on, etc. 1
  • noun plural memoranda a document transferring title to goods but authorizing the return of the goods to the seller at the option of the buyer. 1

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Origin of memoranda

First appearance:

before 1400
One of the 24% oldest English words
1400-50; late Middle English < Latin: something to be noted, noun use of neuter of memorandus, gerundive of memorāre to mention, tell

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Parts of speech for Memoranda

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

memoranda popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

memoranda usage trend in Literature

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Synonyms for memoranda

noun memoranda

  • program — software
  • lineup — a particular order or disposition of persons or things as arranged or drawn up for action, inspection, etc.
  • programme — a plan of action to accomplish a specified end: a school lunch program.
  • listings — Plural form of listing.
  • order of the day — the agenda for an assembly, meeting, group, or organization.

Top questions with memoranda

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