Round Table

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A circular table: A table with a circular top, often symbolizing equality among those seated around it.
    • A meeting for discussion: A conference or discussion where participants are considered equal, often held around a circular table.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The knights gathered at the round table. (This refers to the legendary table of King Arthur.)
    • The company organized a round table to discuss new marketing strategies. (This refers to a meeting of peers for discussion.)
Advanced Usage
  • "round-table discussion": A specific type of meeting characterized by open discussion among equals.
    • The summit featured a round-table discussion on climate policy.
Variants and Related Words
  • Roundtable (adj/noun): Often used as a single word to describe the meeting format itself.
    • She participated in a roundtable with industry experts.
Synonyms
  • Forum: A meeting or medium for open discussion.
  • Conference: A formal meeting for discussion.
  • Symposium: A conference or meeting to discuss a particular subject.
Related Idioms
  • "A seat at the table": Having the right to participate in discussions or decision-making.
    • The new policy aims to give community leaders a seat at the table.
Noun
  1. (legend) the circular table for King Arthur and his knights
  2. a meeting of peers for discussion and exchange of views
    • a roundtable on the future of computing