session — a period of time devoted to a particular activity
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a period of time devoted to a particular activity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈseʃən/
Example Sentences
- The gaming session went on for 12 hours straight - his mom was not amused.
- During the meditation session, half the class fell asleep.
- The parliament session was postponed due to heavy snow.
session
NOUN[/ˈseʃən/]
a period of time devoted to a particular activity
Piano lesson session in progress
A confession session ends a heavy profession.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin 'sessio', which originated from the verb 'sedere' meaning 'to sit'. The term evolved to denote a period of time during which people gather to conduct meetings or activities while seated together.
Breakdown
sessio (sitting, from sedere 'to sit') + -io (noun-forming suffix), creating a noun that denotes an act or period of sitting together for a specific purpose.
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📝Examples
“The gaming session went on for 12 hours straight - his mom was not amused.”
“During the meditation session, half the class fell asleep.”
“The parliament session was postponed due to heavy snow.”
“We need to schedule a planning session for next week's project.”
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