Forum: meaning, definitions and examples

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forum

 

[ หˆfษ”หrษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

online community

A forum is an online discussion site where people can hold conversations in the form of posted messages. Forums are typically organized by topics and can be public or private. Users can create threads, reply to existing threads, and interact with other users.

Synonyms

community, discussion board, message board

Examples of usage

  • People often turn to forums to seek advice from others.
  • I found a helpful solution to my problem on a forum.
  • The forum rules prohibit spamming and trolling.
Context #2 | Noun

ancient Rome

In ancient Rome, a forum was a public square or marketplace where commercial, political, and social activities took place. It was the center of city life and often housed important buildings like temples, basilicas, and government offices.

Synonyms

marketplace, plaza, public square

Examples of usage

  • The Roman Forum was a hub of activity and commerce.
  • Citizens gathered in the forum to discuss matters of the city.
  • The forum was also a place for public speeches and announcements.

Translations

Translations of the word "forum" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fรณrum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเค‚เคš

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Forum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ forum

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะพั€ัƒะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ forum

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚ฉใƒผใƒฉใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท forum

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ foro

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท forum

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํฌ๋Ÿผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู†ุชุฏู‰

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fรณrum

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ fรณrum

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฎบๅ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ forum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vettvangur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะพั€ัƒะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒแƒ แƒฃแƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ forum

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ foro

Etymology

The word 'forum' originated from the Latin word 'forum', meaning a place of assembly or market. It has historical roots in ancient Rome, where the Forum Romanum was a central meeting place. Over time, the term evolved to also represent online discussion platforms. Forums continue to serve as spaces for communication and exchange of ideas in both physical and virtual realms.

Word Frequency Rank

At #6,703 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.