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Introduction Meeting: Definition, Examples & Best Practices
Meaning 1：introductory meeting (Introduction Meeting)
Introduction Meeting
/ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃən ˈmiːtɪŋ/
n.
A meeting where people meet each other for the first time to get to know who everyone is.
introductory meeting
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/ˌɪntrəˈdʌktəri ˈmiːtɪŋ/
n.
A meeting where participants, often new to a group or organization, introduce themselves to one another to establish initial rapport and share background information.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
Intro- (inward) + duct (lead) + -ion (noun suffix) + meeting (gathering).
💡 Mnemonic
Meet new people: 'Intro' your name, then 'meet' everyone. Intro + Meeting = Introduction Meeting!
📖 Example
On her first day, Sarah attended an introduction meeting where all the new hires shared their hobbies and career goals.
On her first day, Sarah attended an introduction meeting where all the new hires shared their hobbies and career goals.
🔗 Collocations
hold an introduction meeting – To organize a meeting for the purpose of introductions.
attend an introduction meeting – To be present at a meeting where introductions are made.
schedule an introduction meeting – To arrange a time and place for an introductory meeting.
🔄 Synonyms
orientation session (n.) – A meeting or event designed to introduce new members to an organization or environment.
get-to-know meeting (n.) – An informal meeting focused on helping people become acquainted with each other.
networking event (n.) – A social gathering where attendees interact to form professional connections.
📖 Cultural Story
The phrase combines Latin 'introducere' (to lead in) with Old English 'mētan' (to encounter). It became common in business contexts during the 20th century as a formal process for new hires to meet colleagues.
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