Calendar — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈka-lən-dər/ cal·en·dar

Meaning & Definition of Calendar

Calendar (noun)

  1. a system for fixing the beginning, length, and divisions of the civil year and arranging days and longer divisions of time (such as weeks and months) in a definite order
  2. a tabular register of days according to a system usually covering one year and referring the days of each month to the days of the week
  3. an orderly list

Calendar (verb)

  1. to enter in a calendar

Calendar (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a listing of things to be presented or considered (as at a concert or play)

    "the calendar of upcoming events at the state fair will be available tomorrow"

    similar: agenda, docket, program, schedule, timetable, bill of fare
    related: card, dance card, exercises, plate, arrangement, order, ordering, organization, sequence, setup

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Calendar

The most common words with a similar meaning to Calendar:

agenda, docket, program, schedule, timetable, bill of fare

Related Words for Calendar

card, dance card, exercises, plate, arrangement, order, ordering, organization, sequence, setup

Word Forms of Calendar

Inflections: calendared, calendaring

Origin & Etymology of Calendar

Middle English kalendar, borrowed from Anglo-French, borrowed from Medieval Latin kalendārium, going back to Latin, "book in which monthly interest on loans (due on the first of the month) was recorded, account book, ledger," from kalendae calends + -ārium -ary:1

First known use: 13th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Calendar

  • Topics: Time & Dates

Words & Phrases Containing Calendar

calendar year, Advent calendar, Gregorian calendar, Hindu calendar, Islamic calendar, Jewish calendar, Julian calendar, Muhammadan calendar

Frequently Asked Questions about Calendar

What does "Calendar" mean?

"Calendar" means a system for fixing the beginning, length, and divisions of the civil year and arranging days and longer divisions of time (such as weeks and months) in a definite order. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a system for fixing the beginning, length, and divisions of the civil year and arranging days and longer divisions of time (such as weeks and months) in a definite order.

What is another word for "Calendar"?

Other words for "Calendar" include agenda, docket, program, schedule, timetable and bill of fare. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Calendar" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Calendar"?

There are 16 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Calendar". Common alternatives include agenda, docket, program, schedule, timetable and bill of fare.

How do you use "Calendar" in a sentence?

Examples of "Calendar" in a sentence: "the calendar of upcoming events at the state fair will be available tomorrow".

Is "Calendar" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Calendar" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Calendar"?

"Calendar" is pronounced /ˈka-lən-dər/ and divided into syllables as cal·en·dar.

What is the origin of the word "Calendar"?

"Calendar" comes from Middle English kalendar, borrowed from Anglo-French, borrowed from Medieval Latin kalendārium, going back to Latin, "book in which monthly interest on loans (due on the first of the month) was recorded, account book, ledger," from kalendae calends + -ārium -ary:1. First known use: 13th century.

What is another word for "Calendar" meaning "a listing of things to be presented or considered (as at a concert or play)"?

When "Calendar" (noun) means a listing of things to be presented or considered (as at a concert or play), synonyms include agenda, docket, program, schedule, timetable and bill of fare.