subdict-logo

conference

Definition

  • noun: a formal meeting in which many people gather in order to talk about ideas or problems related to a particular topic (such as medicine or business) usually for several days
  • noun: a meeting of two or more persons for discussing matters of common concern
  • sometimes used before another noun

Examples

  • an international peace 'conference' [=a meeting in which leaders of many countries talk about peace]

  • The organization held/hosted its annual 'conference' in New York this year.

  • a 'conference' center [=a large building where conferences are held]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) We'll meet you there. And, Clouseau? Yes? Good luck. Good luck to you. And where is the press conference? Go under the arch... ...through the door on the right and down the hall. Well... The area is still secure. (..)
    2006 The Pink Panther
  • (..) No. It is not a gift. That was given to me by the mayor of Paris. Well, then... ...I cannot accept this. The press conference. Yes. Clouseau, there is a press conference... ...in just a few minutes down the hall... ...to introduce you to the media. (..)
    2006 The Pink Panther