conference — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

conference (/ˈkɒn.fər.əns/)

noun  ·  Intermediate  ·  Work & Business

🔊 /ˈkɒn.fər.əns/

Meaning

Meaning: large formal meeting

A large official meeting, usually lasting several days, where people discuss a particular subject.

Examples

🗣 Thousands of scientists attended the conference to share their latest research findings.

Etymology

From medieval Latin ‘conferentia’, from ‘conferre’ (to bring together).

How & Where It’s Used

Used for large professional and academic gatherings.

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Tags: work, event

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