Annual
Example: Annual reports summarize yearly performance
Definition
"Annual" refers to something that occurs once every year or pertains to a period of one year. For example, "annual reports" summarize activities or performance over the course of a year, providing a yearly overview or update.
Etymology
The word "annual" comes from the Latin word 'annualis,' which means 'yearly' or 'of a year.' It is derived from 'annus,' meaning 'year.' Did you know that the concept of 'annual' has been used since ancient times to mark the passing of one full cycle of the seasons?
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"Annual" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 4", containing 112 commonly used words.
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