Definitions for memorandum
ˌmɛm əˈræn dəmmem·o·ran·dum

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:2.0 / 1 vote

1. memo, memorandum, memorandanoun

   a written proposal or reminder

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. memorandumnoun

   a short note serving as a reminder

2. memorandumnoun

   a written business communication

3. memorandumnoun

   a brief diplomatic communication

4. memorandumnoun

   a page in an annual publication honoring the memory of a person who died during the past year.

5. Etymology: From memorandum, neuter of memorandus, gerundive of memorare; see memorate.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. MEMORANDUMnoun

   A note to help the memory.

   Etymology: Latin.

   I resolved to new pave every street within the liberties, and entered a memorandum in my pocket-book accordingly. Guardian, №. 166.

   Nature’s fair table-book, our tender souls,
   We scrawl all o’er with old and empty rules,
   Stale memorandums of the schools. Jonathan Swift, Miscel.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Memorandum

   A memorandum (PL: memoranda; abbr: memo; from the Latin memorandum, "(that) which is to be remembered") or a briefing note is a written message that is typically used in a professional setting. Commonly abbreviated "memo," these messages are usually brief and are designed to be easily and quickly understood. Memos can thus communicate important information efficiently in order to make dynamic and effective changes.In law, a memorandum is a record of the terms of a transaction or contract, such as a policy memo, memorandum of understanding, memorandum of agreement, or memorandum of association. In business, a memo is typically used by firms for internal communication, while letters are typically for external communication. Other memorandum formats include briefing notes, reports, letters, and binders. They may be considered grey literature. Memorandum formatting may vary by office or institution. For example, if the intended recipient is a cabinet minister or a senior executive, the format might be rigidly defined and limited to one or two pages. If the recipient is a colleague, the formatting requirements are usually more flexible.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:4.0 / 1 vote

1. Memorandumnoun

   a record of something which it is desired to remember; a note to help the memory

2. Memorandumnoun

   a brief or informal note in writing of some transaction, or an outline of an intended instrument; an instrument drawn up in a brief and compendious form

3. Etymology: [L., something to be remembered, neut. of memorandus, fut. pass. p. of memorare. See Memorable.]

FreebaseRate this definition:2.7 / 3 votes

1. Memorandum

   A memorandum was from the Latin verbal phrase memorandum est, the gerundive form of the verb memoro, "to mention, call to mind, recount, relate", which means "It must be remembered...". It is therefore a note, document or other communication that helps the memory by recording events or observations on a topic, such as may be used in a business office. The plural form of the Latin noun memorandum so derived is properly memoranda, but if the word is deemed to have become a word of the English language, the plural memorandums, abbreviated to memos, may be used. A memorandum may have any format, or it may have a format specific to an office or institution. In law specifically, a memorandum is a record of the terms of a transaction or contract, such as a policy memo, memorandum of understanding, memorandum of agreement, or memorandum of association. Alternative formats include memos, briefing notes, reports, letters or binders. They could be one page long or many. If the user is a cabinet minister or a senior executive, the format might be rigidly defined and limited to one or two pages. If the user is a colleague, the format is usually much more flexible. At its most basic level, a memorandum can be a handwritten note to one's supervisor. In business, a memo is typically used by firms for internal communication, as opposed to letters which are typically for external communication.

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British National Corpus

1. Nouns Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'memorandum' in Nouns Frequency: #2901

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of memorandum in Chaldean Numerology is: 6

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of memorandum in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

Examples of memorandum in a Sentence

1. Merrick Garland:

   The letter that we that was subsequently sent does not change the association's concern about violence with threats of violence, it alters some of the language in the letter language in the letter that we did not rely on and is not contained in my own memorandum. The only thing that Justice Department is concerned about violence and threats of violence.

2. Channing Phillips:

   Without knowing all of the details, the mere fact that all four of the line prosecutors withdrew from the case, as has been reported, suggests undue meddling by higher ups at DOJ or elsewhere, while it is not uncommon for a USAO to consult with Main Justice in such high profile matters( indeed, it is required for certain matters), it is unprecedented to have a USAO dramatically change their sentencing recommendation after its memorandum has been filed unless there has been a change in circumstances or facts.

3. Merrick Garland:

   That is not what the memorandum is about at all, nor does it use the words ‘domestic terrorism’ or ‘PATRIOT Act,’.

4. Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop:

   Cambodia is committed to a regional solution and has committed through a memorandum of understanding with the Australian government to resettle some asylum seekers who are found to be genuine refugees, it wishes to harness the skills of foreign workers and in this way, they can resettle people into Cambodia and help boost their GDP.

5. The FBI:

   With regard to the House Intelligence Committee’s memorandum, the FBI was provided a limited opportunity to review this memo the day before the committee voted to release it, as expressed during our initial review, we have grave concerns about material omissions of fact that fundamentally impact the memo’s accuracy.

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