round table
Definition
- 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
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(legend) the circular table for King Arthur and his knights
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a meeting of peers for discussion and exchange of views
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a roundtable on the future of computing
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