agenda
|a-gen-da|
B2
/əˈdʒɛndə/
list of tasks
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agenda' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'agendum,' where 'agere' meant 'to do.'
Historical Evolution
'agendum' transformed into the English word 'agenda,' and eventually became the modern English word 'agenda' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'things to be done,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a list of items to be discussed.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a list or plan of things to be done or considered, especially in a meeting.
The committee discussed the agenda for the upcoming meeting.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35