Added 9 October 2026
seminar
/ˈsɛmɪnɑɹ/ noun
In Latin: sēminārium Wiktionary
noun Definition from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA). Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about seminar at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
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A class held for advanced studies in which students meet regularly to discuss original research, under the guidance of a professor.
Students attended a seminar on climate change.
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A meeting held for the exchange of useful information by members of a common business community.
The company hosted a training seminar for new employees.
verb
- To participate in or lead a seminar.
Origin
From German Seminar, from Latin sēminārium, from sēmen (“seed”). Compare seminary.
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