Meaning & Definition of word "Session"

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.