seminar

/ˈsɛmɪnɑɹ/

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Also seen as: seminars · seminaring · seminared

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A class held for advanced studies in which students meet regularly to discuss original research, under the guidance of a professor.

Noun

Examples

Students attended a seminar on climate change.

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

Meaning · English

A meeting held for the exchange of useful information by members of a common business community.

Noun

Examples

The company hosted a training seminar for new employees.

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

Meaning · English

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.