seminar
noun
sem·i·nar
ˈse-mə-ˌnär 
1
: a group of advanced students studying under a professor with each doing original research and all exchanging results through reports and discussions
2
a(1)
: a course of study pursued by a seminar
(2)
: an advanced or graduate course often featuring informality and discussion
b
: a scheduled meeting of a seminar or a room for such meetings
3
: a meeting for giving and discussing information
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a seminar on career planning
a seminar bringing together the world's leading epidemiologists
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Tyler Faurot, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Mar. 2025
The lineup includes 11 events, including chef collab dinners, seafood-centric tastings, seminars, a dance party, and Sunday brunch — as well as the signature Grand Tasting event at Lumen Field.
—Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
Each week the group will watch a video seminar featuring top experts on grief and recovery subjects, then discuss the video and personal lives as a support group.
—Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025
As part of the six-month program, the cohort will participate in seminars, studio visits, a research trip, an intensive three-day workshop, and a mentorship program.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 25 Feb. 2025
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“Seminar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seminar. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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seminar
noun
sem·i·nar
ˈsem-ə-ˌnär
1
: a course of study followed by a group of advanced students
2
: a meeting of a seminar or a room for such meetings
3
: a meeting for giving and discussing information
a sales seminar
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