Definition of Symposium
Symposium
sym·po·si·um


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A formal meeting or conference for discussion and debate.

e.g. The university hosted a symposium on climate change and sustainability.

(noun)
a collection of publications (e.g. essays, papers) by multiple authors on a particular subject;

e.g. Her published paper is going to be included in a psychology symposium.

(noun)
in ancient Greece, the portion of a banquet after the meal that involves drinking accompanied by music and/or conversation;

e.g. The family attended the symposium and enjoyed the music while drinking.



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