Definition

To officially register or sign up for something, such as a course or program.

Example

I decided to enrol in a cooking class this summer.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Are you going to enrol in that cooking class this semester?

Yeah, I think it will be fun to learn some new recipes.

I might enrol too, especially if they have a class on baking.

That sounds great! Baking is always a useful skill.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Enrol → It is formed from "en-" (meaning to cause to be in) and "roll" (from Old French *rolle*, meaning a list or document). The word "enrol" means to cause someone to be included in a list or register.

Memory Tip

Think of 'causing to be in' ('en-') a 'list' ('roll') — that's why enrol means to register someone.

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