discussion

[dih-skuhsh-uhn]

noun

1. an act or instance of discussing; consideration or examination by argument, comment, etc., especially to explore solutions; informal debate.

discussion

/ dɪˈskʌʃən /

noun

1. the examination or consideration of a matter in speech or writing

Other Word Forms

• discussional adjective
• prediscussion noun
• rediscussion noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of discussion¹

First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Late Latin discussiōn-, stem of discussiō “inquiry, examination,” Latin: “a shaking,” from discuss(us) “shaken” ( discuss ) + -iō -ion

Example Sentences

Lecornu has been deep in discussions with party representatives and has until Wednesday evening to present a "platform of action and stability" to Macron.

From BBC

"Me coming home to film things, either behind the camera or in front of the camera, is very much in discussion," he said.

From BBC

The hourlong discussion, which was broadcast online via Zoom and viewed by The Times, opened with comments from interim President Beong-Soo Kim, who did not offer his opinion of the compact.

From Los Angeles Times

But few details have been released about the discussions or the issues preventing a deal.

From BBC

There will also be a series of panel discussions with artists, designers, community leaders and storytellers.

From Los Angeles Times

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