seminar
noun
sem·i·nar
ˈse-mə-ˌnär 
1
: a group of advanced students studying under a professor with each doing original research and all exchanging results through reports and discussions
2
a(1)
: a course of study pursued by a seminar
(2)
: an advanced or graduate course often featuring informality and discussion
b
: a scheduled meeting of a seminar or a room for such meetings
3
: a meeting for giving and discussing information
Examples of seminar in a Sentence
a seminar on career planning
a seminar bringing together the world's leading epidemiologists
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30 June 2026
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Ann Manov,
Harpers Magazine,
30 June 2026
In 2024, the country hosted its first-ever Holocaust education seminar for 25 high-school teachers in Elbasan.
—
Larry Luxner,
Sun Sentinel,
29 June 2026
They will be associated with Accor and Swissôtel activities for 18 months, which can include activations such as inspiration talks, conferences and seminars for Accor employees and members of the group’s loyalty program.
—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
28 June 2026
But inside this expensive seminar, something unexpected happened.
—
Rob Picheta,
CNN Money,
27 June 2026
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“Seminar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seminar. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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seminar
noun
sem·i·nar
ˈsem-ə-ˌnär
1
: a course of study followed by a group of advanced students
2
: a meeting of a seminar or a room for such meetings
3
: a meeting for giving and discussing information
a sales seminar
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