annual

Meanings

• noun

  A thing happening once a year; an event recurring in the same year each year.

• noun

  A report made annually, especially one giving financial information.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈæn.ju.əl/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

yearly

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with annual
mural , perennial , perial , terrinal

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Variants

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annual , annuals , annual report , annual reports , annual ring , annual rings , annual increment , inter-annual , interannual

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Etymology

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From Old French annuel, from annee year, from Latin annus 'year'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'annual' comes from the Latin word 'annus', which means 'year'.

2. The first known use of the word 'annual' in English was in the 14th century.

3. There are many annual events around the world, including the Rose Bowl football game, the Mardi Gras parade, and the Cannes Film Festival.

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Related Concepts

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1. Seasonal: Refers to something that occurs regularly but not necessarily every year, such as seasonal changes or seasonal fruits.

2. Perennial: Refers to something that lives for more than two years, such as a perennial plant or a perennial river.

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Culture

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In literature, 'annual' is often used to refer to a publication or report that is released yearly. In art, 'annual' exhibitions showcase works created within a specific year. In music, 'annual' festivals bring together performers and audiences for a yearly celebration.

How to Memorize "annual"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a calendar with the word 'annual' written on it, representing something that happens once a year.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'annual' with the concept of 'recurring' or 'yearly' to help remember its meaning.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'A Yearly Occurrence' to remember that 'annual' means something that happens once a year.

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