course of study

noun phrase

Synonyms of course of studynext
1
: curriculum
2
: course sense 4a

Word History

First Known Use

1647, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of course of study was in 1647

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“Course of study.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/course%20of%20study. Accessed 4 Feb. 2023.

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