A memorandum is a written report that is prepared for a person or committee in order to provide them with information about a particular matter.
...a memorandum from the Ministry of Defence on its role.
The delegation submitted a memorandum to the Commons on the blatant violations ofbasic human rights.
Synonyms: note, minute, message, communication More Synonyms of memorandum
2. countable noun
A memorandum is an informal communication between governments which often states a particular diplomatic purpose or point of view.
...a memorandum of understanding for co-operation between our two countries.
3. countable noun
A memorandum is a short official note that is sent by one person to another within the same company or organization.
[formal]
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memorandum in British English
(ˌmɛməˈrændəm)
nounWord forms: plural-dums or -da (-də)
1.
a written statement, record, or communication such as within an office
2.
a note of things to be remembered
3.
an informal diplomatic communication, often unsigned: often summarizing the point of view of a government
4. law
a short written summary of the terms of a transaction
Often (esp for senses 1, 2) shortened to: memo
Word origin
C15: from Latin: (something) to be remembered
memorandum in American English
(ˌmɛməˈrændəm)
nounWord forms: pluralˌmemoˈrandums or ˌmemoˈranda (ˌmɛməˈrændə)
1.
a.
a short note written to help one remember something or remind one to do something
b.
a record of events or observations, esp. one for future use
2.
an informal written communication, as from one department to another in an office
3.
in diplomacy, a summary or outline of a subject under discussion, reasons for or against some action, etc.
4. Business
a statement, made by the consignor, of the goods and terms of a consignment sent with the privilege of return
5. Law
a short written statement of the terms of an agreement, contract, or transaction
Word origin
ME < L neut. of memorandus, to be remembered, ger. of memorare, to remember: see memory
Examples of 'memorandum' in a sentence
memorandum
And that should continue through to 2021, when the memorandum of understanding expires.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Our memorandum of understanding was with the previous management team.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
An information memorandum was sent out to interested bidders last week.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
It is not expected to make its choice public until it has signed a memorandum of understanding.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
Industry sources said an information memorandum containing financial data on the business had been sent to potential bidders.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
The leaders agreed to exchange defence technology and signed a memorandum on the exchange of civilian nuclear technology.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
We have reached a memorandum of understanding with Interpol.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
They might have to sign a weaker memorandum of understanding on air refuelling tankers, instead.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
If approved, a sales memorandum is expected to be drawn up before the end of the year.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
It is understood that the administrator is preparing an information memorandum to send to interested bidders and will formally auction the business within weeks.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
The three sides will work on forming a memorandum of understanding that will legally oblige the three parties to honour their parts of the deal.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Bosses have signed an agreement called a memorandum of understanding with a business partner in the Far East.
The Sun (2009)
If the bidder fails to sign the memorandum, the auctioneer may sign it on the buyer's behalf.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
The announcement yesterday was a memorandum of understanding, but the two companies hope to complete a deal by September.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
Despite the signing this week of a memorandum of understanding with Kampala, it is doubtful whether they are any better informed.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Quotations
A memorandum is written not to inform the reader but to protect the writerDean Acheson
In other languages
memorandum
British English: memorandum NOUN
A memorandum is a written report that is prepared for a person or committee in order to provide them with information about a particular matter.
...a memorandum from the director.
American English: memorandum
Brazilian Portuguese: memorando
Chinese: 备忘录
European Spanish: memorándum
French: note de service
German: Mitteilung
Italian: promemoria
Japanese: 覚書
Korean: 기록
European Portuguese: memorando
Latin American Spanish: memorándum
Chinese translation of 'memorandum'
memorandum
(mɛməˈrændəm) (frm)
n(c)
备(備)忘录(錄) (bèiwànglù) (份, fèn)
1 (noun)
Definition
a short written summary of the terms of a transaction
The solicitor drew up a memorandum of Ford's financial position.
Synonyms
agreement
a new defence agreement
record
Keep a record of all the payments.
note
In the eyes of the law, signing a delivery note is seen as `accepting' the goods.
contract
The company won a prestigious contract for work on the building.
2 (noun)
Definition
a note of things to be remembered
He sent a memorandum to the members of the board.
Synonyms
note
I made a note of his address.
minute
message
Would you like to leave a message?
communication
The ambassador has brought a communication from the President.
reminder
memo
A leaked memo to managers identified a dozen danger spots.
jotting
email or e-mail
Quotation
A memorandum is written not to inform the reader but to protect the writer [Dean Acheson]
Additional synonyms
in the sense of communication
Definition
something communicated, such as a message
The ambassador has brought a communication from the President.
Synonyms
message,
news,
report,
word,
information,
statement,
intelligence,
announcement,
disclosure,
dispatch,
email or e-mail,
text
in the sense of contract
Definition
a formal agreement between two or more parties
The company won a prestigious contract for work on the building.
Synonyms
agreement,
deal (informal),
commission,
commitment,
arrangement,
understanding,
settlement,
treaty,
bargain,
convention,
engagement,
pact,
compact,
covenant,
bond,
stipulation,
concordat
in the sense of memo
A leaked memo to managers identified a dozen danger spots.
Synonyms
memorandum,
minute,
note,
message,
communication,
reminder,
jotting,
email or e-mail
Nearby words of
memorandum
memoirs
memorabilia
memorable
memorandum
memorial
memorize
memory
Synonyms of 'memorandum'
memorandum
Explore 'memorandum' in the dictionary
Additional synonyms
in the sense of message
Definition
a communication from one person or group to another
Would you like to leave a message?
Synonyms
communication,
note,
bulletin,
word,
letter,
notice,
memo,
dispatch,
memorandum,
communiqué,
missive,
intimation,
tidings,
email or e-mail,
text or text message,
SMS,
IMS,
MSG,
tweet,
mention or @mention
in the sense of record
Definition
information or data on a subject collected over a long period