Colloquy (Noun)
Meaning 1
Formal conversation.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The two diplomats engaged in a lengthy colloquy, discussing the fine points of the proposed treaty.
- Throughout the evening, the guests participated in a lively colloquy on the topic of politics and social justice.
- The professor invited her students to engage in a colloquy about the implications of the literary text they had been studying.
- At the annual meeting, the company's executives held a colloquy with shareholders to address concerns and answer questions.
- During the awards ceremony, the recipients took part in a gracious colloquy with the emcee, discussing their achievements and inspiration.
Meaning 2
A conversation especially a formal one.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.