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seminars


Meanings
  • noun

    A educational event or series of events where a speaker or group of speakers present information and lead discussions on a particular topic.

    - "The marketing seminar attracted a large crowd of business professionals."
    - "The seminar on renewable energy technologies was held at the university."
    - "I attended a seminar on effective communication skills last weekend."

Rhymes
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seminary , celebrity , venery
Variants
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seminar , seminars
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'seminarium', meaning 'seedbed' or 'place for growing'. In the context of education, a seminar is a place for the exchange and growth of ideas and knowledge.


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  1. The first recorded seminar is believed to have taken place in ancient Greece, where philosophers would gather to discuss ideas and share knowledge.

  2. The word 'seminar' comes from the Latin word 'seminarium', meaning 'seedbed' or 'place for growing'.

  3. The largest seminar ever recorded took place in India in 2008, with over 2.5 million attendees.


Related Concepts
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  1. workshop: Both seminars and workshops are educational events, but seminars typically involve presentations and discussions, while workshops focus on hands-on activities and skills training.

  2. conference: A conference is a larger event that may include multiple seminars, workshops, and other educational sessions, as well as networking opportunities and social events.


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Seminars have been an integral part of education and professional development for centuries. They provide a platform for experts to share their knowledge and for attendees to engage in meaningful discussions and learn from one another. Seminars have been used in various fields, including business, science, technology, and the arts.

How to Memorize "seminars"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a room filled with people sitting at tables, engaged in discussions with a speaker at the front.
    - Visualize a sign outside a building that reads 'Seminar: Renewable Energy Technologies'

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'seminar' with 'education' and 'learning'
    - Think of a seminar as a 'mini-conference'

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym 'SPEAK' to remember the definition: Specific Purpose, Expert Speaker, Audience Participation, Knowledge Sharing


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