American English
/kʰɔɹs/
One syllable.
A set of classes about one subject, usually taught over a period of time.
Practice out loudA set of classes about one subject, usually taught over a period of time.
She is taking a course in business English.
The course meets online twice a week.
A course is usually a series of classes. A class can mean one lesson or the subject you study.
online course · course materials · intensive course · training course
[person] takes a course in [subject]
[person] signs up for a course on [topic]
The direction or route that a ship, plane, or other moving thing follows.
The captain changed course to avoid the storm.
The plane was on course for Chicago.
stay on course · plot a course · off course · course correction
[person] changes course
[person] sets a course for [place]
One part of a meal, served separately from the other parts.
The main course was grilled salmon.
We ordered a three-course meal.
A course can include more than one dish.
main course · first course · three-course meal · dessert course
[meal] has [number] courses
[course] is served before [another course]
The way a situation or series of events develops over time.
The course of the negotiations changed after the vote.
Let the process take its course.
course of events · course of history · take its course · natural course
[something] takes its course
[person] follows the course of [event]
used to say that something is obvious, expected, or agreed
Of course I'll help you.
during a period or activity
In the course of the meeting, we made a decision.
a plan for what to do
Our best course of action is to wait.