symposium
//sɪmˈpoʊziəm//
Noun
symposiumSingular
symposiaPlural
1
A formal meeting or conference at which experts discuss a particular topic or present papers on a subject.
The university is hosting a symposium on climate change next month.
2
A collection of essays or papers on a particular subject by different authors, often published together.
The university published a symposium on climate change featuring articles from leading scientists.
3
(Historical) A drinking party or convivial gathering in ancient Greece, typically featuring music, conversation, and intellectual discussion.
Plato's famous dialogue describes a symposium where guests discussed the nature of love.