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Session: Definition, Usage & Key Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：dedicated period (session)
session
/ˈseʃ.ən/
n.
A period of time dedicated to doing one particular activity, like studying, exercising, or receiving guidance.
dedicated period
➕
/ˈded.ɪ.keɪ.tɪd ˈpɪə.ri.əd/
n.
A distinct and continuous span of time set aside for a specific task or purpose, such as work, study, or a recreational activity.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Latin 'sessio' (sitting, meeting), based on 'sedere' (to sit).
💡 Mnemonic
Think of a 'sitting' (session) where people gather for a meeting or activity over a set time.
📖 Example
My personal trainer said our next session will focus on building core strength.
My personal trainer indicated that our upcoming dedicated period would concentrate on developing core strength.
🔗 Collocations
study session – a period of time dedicated to focused learning or review
practice session – a period dedicated to rehearsing or training for a skill
therapy session – a scheduled meeting with a therapist for counseling or treatment
🔄 Synonyms
🌱 Derivatives
sessional (adj.) – Relating to or occurring in a session.
intersession (n.) – The period between two academic sessions or meetings.
📖 Cultural Story
Derived from Latin 'sessio', meaning 'a sitting' or 'meeting'. Originally described the act of sitting down for a meeting. Its meaning broadened to any continuous period devoted to a specific activity, reflecting its root in gathering and focus.
Meaning 2：formal meeting (session)
session
/ˈseʃ.ən/
n.
A formal meeting of an official group, like a parliament or court, where discussions, decisions, or legal cases are handled.
formal meeting
➕
/ˈfɔː.məl ˈmiː.tɪŋ/
n.
A formal sitting or assembly of a deliberative or judicial body, such as a legislature or court, convened to conduct business.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
The new law was passed during the autumn session of Parliament.
The new legislation was approved in the parliamentary assembly held in the fall.
🔗 Collocations
court session – a period when a court of law is in operation to hear cases
opening session – the first formal meeting of a conference or assembly
emergency session – a special meeting called to deal with an urgent matter
🔄 Synonyms
assembly (n.) – A group of people gathered together for a common purpose.
sitting (n.) – A continuous period of time during which a court, parliament, or other official body meets.
conference (n.) – A formal meeting for discussion or debate.
🚫 Antonyms
recess (n.) – A temporary break or cessation from proceedings, especially in a parliament or court.
🌱 Derivatives
sessional (adj.) – Relating to or occurring in a session.
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