Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
calendar-year
noun
/ˈkæl.ən.dər jɪr/
Definition
A period of twelve months that begins on January 1 and ends on December 31.
Examples
- This financial report covers the calendar year of 2022.
- Many academic institutions run their programs according to the calendar year.
- We set our goals for the calendar year during our annual meeting.
Meaning
The calendar year is used to organize the passage of time, typically used for financial, academic, or personal planning.
Synonyms
- fiscal year
- annual year
- 12-month period
