Meaning & Definition of word "Calendar"

Calendar

/ˈkæl.ɪn.dɚ/

1. A system for organizing and dividing time into days, weeks, months, and years, often displayed in a chart or table format.
- Example: I marked my vacation days on the calendar so that I wouldn't forget.
2. A schedule of events or activities for a particular period, such as a school or work calendar.
- Example: The school calendar indicates when the semester starts and ends.
3. A table or series of pages showing the days, weeks, and months of a particular year or years.
- Example: I bought a beautiful wall calendar with scenic photographs for each month.
4. A list of significant events or days, especially in a specific context (e.g., religious, cultural).
- Example: The cultural calendar lists all the important festivals celebrated throughout the year.

●Derived from the Latin word 'calendarium', meaning 'account book' or 'register'.

calendar year:

The period of one year as defined by the calendar.

academic calendar:

A schedule of the academic year including terms and breaks.

lunar calendar:

A calendar based on the cycles of the moon.

datebook:

A book for keeping track of dates and appointments.

agenda:

A list of items to be discussed at a formal meeting.

Meaning: Deadlines in a calendar

● Example Sentence: I've got a full calendar of deadlines this month.

Meaning: Busy schedule

● Example Sentence: My social calendar is packed this week.