Enrol

Definition

Enrol refers to the act of officially registering or entering someone as a member or participant in an institution, course, or group. The word can also imply signing up for a program or activity.

Parts of Speech

• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪnˈroʊl/
• Respelling: in-ROHL

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪnˈrəʊl/
• Respelling: in-ROHL

The pronunciation of "enrol" is consistent in both American and British English, with emphasis on the second syllable. Note that the American English spelling is "enroll" with a double "l".

Etymology

The word "enrol" originates from the Old French word "enroller," meaning "to enter in a list." This term is derived from the Latin "rotulus," meaning "roll" or "list," which referred to the act of enrolling names in a list or register.

Derivatives

• Enrolment (noun)
• Enrollee (noun)
• Enrolled (adjective)
• Enrolling (verb)
• Re-enrol (verb)

Synonyms

• Register
• Sign up
• Join

Antonyms

• Withdraw
• Unregister
• Drop out

Usage

The word "enrol" is commonly used in educational, institutional, and organizational contexts to refer to the process of officially registering someone for a course, program, or membership. It can also be used more broadly to describe signing up for various activities or services.

Related Terms

• Matriculate: To enroll as a member of a body, especially a college or university.
• Admission: The process or fact of entering or being allowed to enter a place or institution.
• Subscription: The action of making or agreeing to make an advance payment in order to receive or participate in something.

Detailed Definitions

Verb

• To officially register or enter someone as a member or participant: Refers to the act of signing someone up for a course, program, or group.
  • Example: "She decided to enrol in a French language course."
• To sign up for a program or activity: Describes the process of joining or registering oneself for an event or course.
  • Example: "He enrolled in the summer sports camp."