session (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈsɛʃən/

Definition

A period of time devoted to a particular activity, especially a formal meeting, a class, or a period of intense work.

Examples

• The parliamentary session lasted for three months.

• We had a productive brainstorming session this morning.

• The therapist scheduled a longer session for next week.

How to Use session

session of (prepositional phrase)

A period of time dedicated to a specific activity. — "The first session of the conference focused on new technologies."

session with (prepositional phrase)

A period of time spent with someone for a particular purpose. — "She had a private session with her coach."

in session (collocation)

Actively meeting or working; convened. — "The parliament is currently in session."

Synonyms of session

Words with a similar meaning to session:

• period
• meeting
• term
• sitting
• engagement

Antonyms of session

Words with the opposite meaning to session:

• break
• intermission

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