meetings
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/ˈmiːtɪŋz/
(meeting)
gathering for discussion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'meeting' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'mētan,' where 'mēt-' meant 'to come together.'
Historical Evolution
'mētan' transformed into the Middle English word 'meten,' and eventually became the modern English word 'meeting.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to come together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a gathering for discussion or decision-making.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a gathering of people for a particular purpose, especially for discussion or decision-making.
The board of directors held several meetings to discuss the merger.
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