conference
Translation
conference, meeting, convention
Examples
He is attending a business conference.
He is attending a business conference.
The coach had a conference with the player.
The coach had a conference with the player.
Grammar Patterns
a ((...)) conference a meeting about a specific topic He is attending a business conference.
to be in conference to be in a meeting The manager is in conference right now.
Similar Words
Synonyms: meeting, convention, summit, symposium
Etymology
From the verb 'confer'. From Latin 'con-' (together) + 'ferre' (to bring), meaning a 'bringing together' of people to discuss.
Memory Tips
A 'conference' is a formal meeting where people 'confer' (discuss things). Link the noun to the verb.