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convene

/kənˈviːn/

[/kənˈviːn/]

to bring people together

Advancedverb

Definition

To convene is to bring people together for a meeting or shared purpose. Speakers describe convening diverse voices to solve problems.

Example

They convened experts from around the world.

They convened experts from around the world.

Etymology

From Latin 'convenire', meaning to come together.

How & Where It’s Used

Used for gathering people around a shared aim.

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