Sessions

/ˈsɛʃənz/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A series of meetings or activities devoted to a particular subject.
The conference included several sessions on the latest advancements in technology.
A period of time during which a group of people meet to discuss or engage in a specific activity.
The therapy sessions helped her to cope with her anxiety.
The period during which a class or event takes place.
We have three training sessions scheduled for this week.
Intervals during which a specific event or activity occurs.
The school organizes extra-curricular sessions every Friday.
An occurrence of a particular event.
The team held strategy sessions every month to plan their approach.

Etymology

From Latin 'sessio', meaning 'a sitting, session'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

study sessions
Periodic meetings to review or study material collectively.
session musicians
Studio musicians that play during recording sessions.
session law
A law passed by a legislative session.

Related Words

sessional
Relating to a specific session.
sessional fees
Fees paid for attending a session.
session length
The duration of a session.

Slang Meanings

A chill hangout or meeting.
Let's have a session at my place this weekend.
A jam session, usually informal, where musicians improvise together.
They had a great jam session last night.