conference
Pronunciation:
/ˈkɒn.fə.ɹəns//ˈkɑn.fə.ɹəns/noun
Definitions
The act of consulting together formally; serious conversation or discussion; interchange of views.
A multilateral diplomatic negotiation.
A formal event where scientists present their research results in speeches, workshops, posters or by other means.
An event organized by a for-profit or non-profit organization to discuss a pressing issue, such as a new product, market trend or government regulation, with a range of speakers.
verb
Definitions
To assess (a student) by one-on-one conversation, rather than an examination.