A formal event where scientists present their research results in speeches, workshops, posters or by other means.
A voluntary association of Congregational churches of a district; the district in which such churches are.
A multilateral diplomatic negotiation.
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.
The act of consulting together formally; serious conversation or discussion; interchange of views.
A constituent tournament of a sports league in a given season.
A stated meeting of preachers and others, invested with authority to take cognizance of ecclesiastical matters.
A group of sports teams that play each other on a regular basis.
To assess (a student) by one-on-one conversation, rather than an examination.
A conference or other meeting for discussion of a topic, especially one in which the participants make presentations.
A drinking party in Ancient Greece, especially one with intellectual discussion.
A collection of essays, articles or papers on a particular subject by a number of contributors.