conference
/ˈkɒn.fə.ɹəns/ · con.fer.ence
noun
- The act of consulting together formally; serious conversation or discussion; interchange of views. The team held a conference to discuss the project's progress.
- A multilateral diplomatic negotiation. The conference aimed to resolve the long-standing conflict between the two nations.
- A formal event where scientists present their research results in speeches, workshops, posters or by other means. The annual science conference attracted experts from around the world.
verb
- To assess (a student) by one-on-one conversation, rather than an examination. The teacher decided to conference with the student to discuss their performance.
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Did you know? The word 'conference' has been used in various contexts, including sports, where a conference refers to a group of teams that compete together in a specific region or division.