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course
The unifying concept across all meanings is a "defined path" or a "sequential flow." Whether it is the physical route of a ship, the structured sequence of an educational program, or the progression of dishes in a meal, there is always a sense of movement from point A to point B. In its verbal form, it describes a powerful, fluid motion. Unlike 'flow' (which can be slow) or 'run' (which is generic), 'course' suggests an unstoppable, rapid stream, often associated with biological impulses like blood or intense emotions like tears. Contextually, the word shifts from highly structured and formal (an academic course) to physical and spatial (a golf course or a nautical course). It carries a neutral connotation but implies order and direction.
💬Trò chuyện
I'm legit about to drop this course. I can't even with the reading.
Stop spiraling and just buckle down. You need the credits.
Ý nghĩa
A series of lessons or lectures in a particular subject.
"She is taking an online course in data science."
The route or direction followed by a ship, aircraft, road, or river.
"The ship altered its course to avoid the storm."
A part of a meal consisting of a particular set of foods.
"The main course was a grilled salmon with asparagus."
An area of land specially prepared for a sport, such as golf.
"We spent the entire Sunday morning at the golf course."
To flow rapidly in a particular direction.
"Tears coursed down her cheeks as she spoke."
To move or flow quickly through something.
"Adrenaline coursed through his veins before the race started."