extracurricular

[ ek-struh-kuh-rik-yuh-ler ]

adjective

1. outside the regular curriculum or program of courses:

   football, orchestra, and other extracurricular activities.

2. outside one's regular work, responsibilities, or routine.
3. Informal. outside the conventional bounds of propriety or ethics:

   Does his wife know he has an extracurricular girlfriend?

extracurricular

/ ˌɛkstrəkəˈrɪkjʊlə /

adjective

1. taking place outside the normal school timetable

   extracurricular activities

2. beyond the regular duties, schedule, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of extracurricular¹

First recorded in 1920–25; extra- + curricular ( def )

Example Sentences

Schools pile on homework, extracurricular activities consume evenings, and social media bombards us with comparisons to seemingly perfect families.

From Salon

The victims said the abuse happened in classrooms, dormitories, sports facilities, and at musical and other extracurricular activities.

From BBC

Lohrey said three factors are driving the increase in spending among Los Angeles families: the rising cost of goods, additional spending for extracurricular activities and a willingness to splurge on must-have brands.

From Los Angeles Times

Applicants can use this question to explain how their personal experiences and extracurricular activities show why they are suitable for their chosen course.

From BBC

Not only that, but kids are often encouraged to be on social media if they want to participate in extracurricular activities and other school programs.

From Seattle Times

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