Meaning & Definition of word "Session"
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Session
/ˈsɛʃ(ə)n/
noun:
- 1. A period devoted to a particular activity.
- Example: The training session will begin at 10 AM.
- 2. The meeting or series of meetings of a legislative or judicial body.
- Example: The new law was passed during the last session of Congress.
- 3. A sitting of a court, a council, or a conference.
- Example: The Supreme Court's session started in October.
- 4. A fixed period during which a group is convened for discussion or activity.
- Example: The school will hold an orientation session for new students.
- 5. A single meeting of a group, especially for a particular purpose.
- Example: We will have a brainstorming session to generate new ideas.
Etymology
From Latin 'sessio', meaning 'a sitting', from 'sedeo', meaning 'to sit'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
study session:
A time set aside for studying.
session musician:
A musician hired to perform in a studio recording.
group therapy session:
A meeting for psychological counseling involving a group.
Related Words
meeting:
A gathering of individuals for a specific purpose.
class:
A designated time period for teaching and learning.
workshop:
A meeting for discussion or training on a specific topic.
Slang Meanings of session
Meaning: A long session of gaming.
Example Sentence: We had a marathon gaming session over the weekend.
Meaning: A heavy drinking session.
Example Sentence: Last night's session was wild; we didn't stop until dawn.