Memorandum

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Pronunciation: /mɛməˈrændəm/

Definitions of memorandum

noun a written message or communication, especially one sent within an organization

Example Sentences

A1 I received a memorandum from my boss about the new office policy.

A2 The memorandum outlined the changes to the company's vacation policy.

B1 Employees are required to sign a memorandum acknowledging receipt of the updated safety procedures.

B2 The memorandum circulated among department heads addressed concerns raised during the last meeting.

C1 The CEO issued a memorandum detailing the company's financial projections for the next quarter.

C2 The memorandum from the legal department provided guidance on how to handle potential lawsuits.

adjective relating to or consisting of a memorandum

Example Sentences

A1 The memorandum document contained important information.

A2 The memorandum agreement was signed by all parties involved.

B1 The memorandum report outlined the key findings of the investigation.

B2 The memorandum directive was distributed to all employees for compliance.

C1 The memorandum policy was updated to reflect new regulations.

C2 The memorandum proposal was presented to the board for approval.

Examples of memorandum in a Sentence

formal The memorandum outlined the new company policy regarding employee benefits.

informal I received a memorandum about the upcoming office party.

slang Did you see the memo? It's like a super important memorandum.

figurative The old photograph served as a memorandum of happier times.

Grammatical Forms of memorandum

past tense

memorandumed

plural

memorandums

comparative

more memorandum

superlative

most memorandum

present tense

memorandums

future tense

will memorandum

perfect tense

have memorandum

continuous tense

am memoranduming

singular

memorandum

positive degree

memorandum

infinitive

to memorandum

gerund

memoranduming

participle

memorandumed

Origin and Evolution of memorandum

First Known Use: 0015 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'memorandum' originated from Latin, specifically from the verb 'memorare' meaning 'to mention, call to mind'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 15th century to refer to a written record or note to aid the memory, 'memorandum' has evolved to commonly signify a brief written message or reminder in modern usage.