Calendar

/ˈkæl.ɪn.dɚ/

Meaning & Definition

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

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

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.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

Deadlines in a calendar
I've got a full calendar of deadlines this month.
Busy schedule
My social calendar is packed this week.