conference
/ˈkɑn.f(ə.)ɹəns/ noun B2- The act of consulting together formally; serious conversation or discussion; interchange of views.
- A multilateral diplomatic negotiation.
- A formal event where scientists or other scholars 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.
- A group of sports teams that play each other on a regular basis.
- 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 voluntary association of Congregational churches of a district; the district in which such churches are.
Plural conferences
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It is a wretched, damp, nay, even horrible spot, more especially when we consider the agonizing conferences which have taken place between those iron bars.
"I think, Count, that it would be as well to have your friend Sam at this conference.
Bennet, having dawdled about in the vestibule to watch for the end of the conference, no sooner saw Elizabeth open the door and with quick step pass her towards the staircase, than she entered the breakfast-room, and congratulated both him and herself in warm terms on the happy prospect of their nearer connection.
Miss Lucas called soon after breakfast, and in a private conference with Elizabeth related the event of the day before.
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