seminar
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Also seen as: seminars · seminaring · seminared
Sense 1
A class held for advanced studies in which students meet regularly to discuss original research, under the guidance of a professor.
Noun
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
A meeting held for the exchange of useful information by members of a common business community.
Noun
Examples
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
To participate in or lead a seminar.
Verb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “seminar” mean?
A class held for advanced studies in which students meet regularly to discuss original research, under the guidance of a professor.
Is “seminar” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.