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Definition of memorandum

noun (plural memoranda /-də/ or memorandums)

a written message in business or diplomacy:he told them of his decision in a memorandum
a note recording something for future use:the two countries signed a memorandum of understanding on economic cooperation
Law a document recording the terms of a contract or other legal details: articles of association must be signed by subscribers to the memorandum

Origin:

late Middle English: from Latin, literally 'something to be brought to mind', gerundive of memorare. The original use was as an adjective, placed at the head of a note of a record made for future reference

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The plural of memorandum can be spelled either memorandums or memoranda (like the original Latin).

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