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seminar

noun

  1. type of lecture
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Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛmɪnɑɹ/ / /ˈsɛmɪnɑː/

noun

Etymology: From German Seminar, from Latin sēminārium, from sēmen (“seed”). Compare seminary.

  1. A class held for advanced studies in which students meet regularly to discuss original research, under the guidance of a professor.

    Students attended a seminar on climate change.

    She gave a guest lecture during the philosophy seminar.

  2. A meeting held for the exchange of useful information by members of a common business community.

    The company hosted a training seminar for new employees.

verb

Etymology: From German Seminar, from Latin sēminārium, from sēmen (“seed”). Compare seminary.

  1. To participate in or lead a seminar.