forum — A place, meeting, or medium where ideas and views on a particular issue can be exchanged and discussed.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A place, meeting, or medium where ideas and views on a particular issue can be exchanged and discussed.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfɔːrəm/
Example Sentences
- The company CEO accidentally joined a forum complaining about their own product.
- She found the answer to her coding problem in a developer forum at 3 AM.
- The environmental forum turned into a heated debate when someone suggested using plastic straws.
forum
NOUN[/ˈfɔːrəm/]
A place, meeting, or medium where ideas and views on a particular issue can be exchanged and discussed.
A place, meeting, or medium where ideas and views on a particular issue can be exchanged and discussed.
A chaotic forum finds its quorum through decorum!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'forum' meaning 'outdoor space' or 'marketplace.' In ancient Rome, the forum was the central public square where citizens gathered for commerce, politics, and legal matters.
Breakdown
forum (Latin root meaning 'outdoor space/marketplace') - originally referred to any open area outside the city gates used for public gatherings
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The company CEO accidentally joined a forum complaining about their own product.”
“She found the answer to her coding problem in a developer forum at 3 AM.”
“The environmental forum turned into a heated debate when someone suggested using plastic straws.”
“The World Economic Forum brings together global leaders annually.”
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