colloquium — An academic conference or seminar where scholars present papers and discuss research topics
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: An academic conference or seminar where scholars present papers and discuss research topics
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəˈloʊkwiəm/
Example Sentences
- Professor Kim's colloquium on 'Why cats always land on their feet' attracted more students than expected.
- The monthly colloquium series features leading researchers from various universities.
- During the colloquium, Dr. Smith accidentally proved that his own theory was wrong.
colloquium
NOUN[/kəˈloʊkwiəm/]
An academic conference or seminar where scholars present papers and discuss research topics
Professors gather at the university colloquium to debate the new theory.
The colloquium fills the auditorium for this grand symposium!
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Origin
Derived from Latin colloquium, the word evolved from colloqui, meaning 'to speak together' or 'converse.' Originally referring to a conversation or discussion among scholars, it carried the sense of a formal gathering for intellectual discourse.
Breakdown
col- (together) + loqui (to speak) + -ium (place or act of). The prefix col- is an assimilated form of com- meaning 'with' or 'together,' combined with the Latin root loqui meaning 'to speak,' and the neuter noun suffix -ium denoting an action or venue.
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📝Examples
“Professor Kim's colloquium on 'Why cats always land on their feet' attracted more students than expected.”
“The monthly colloquium series features leading researchers from various universities.”
“During the colloquium, Dr. Smith accidentally proved that his own theory was wrong.”
“The graduate students organized a colloquium to discuss their thesis projects.”
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