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Plenary: meaning, definitions and examples

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plenary

 

[ ˈplɛnəri ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

full meeting

Plenary refers to a session, meeting, or assembly that is attended by all participants. It is often used in the context of conferences, where plenary sessions bring together all delegates to listen to keynotes or important discussions. Additionally, it can apply to legislative bodies, where a plenary vote is taken among all eligible members. The term emphasizes the inclusion of the entire group, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to contribute to or hear the main topics being discussed.

Synonyms

comprehensive, entire, full

Examples of usage

  • The conference began with a plenary session on climate change.
  • During the plenary meeting, all members were encouraged to share their views.
  • The committee held a plenary discussion to finalize the project proposals.

Translations

Translations of the word "plenary" in other languages:

🇵🇹 plenário

🇮🇳 पूर्ण

🇩🇪 Plenarsitzung

🇮🇩 plenari

🇺🇦 пленарний

🇵🇱 plenarny

🇯🇵 全体の

🇫🇷 plénier

🇪🇸 plenaria

🇹🇷 plenar

🇰🇷 전체의

🇸🇦 الجلسة العامة

🇨🇿 plénární

🇸🇰 plénarný

🇨🇳 全体的

🇸🇮 plenarni

🇮🇸 heildar

🇰🇿 пленарлық

🇬🇪 პლენარული

🇦🇿 plenar

🇲🇽 plenaria

Etymology

The word 'plenary' originates from the Latin 'plenarius,' meaning 'full' or 'complete.' This Latin term derives from 'plenus,' which means 'full' as well. By the late Middle Ages, 'plenary' was adopted into English, primarily used in legal and ecclesiastical contexts to denote a complete or unrestricted authority or power. Over centuries, its usage expanded to include meetings and discussions involving all participants, reflecting the idea of a collective and inclusive dialogue. The evolution of the term has allowed it to permeate academic and organizational language, making it a staple in formal discussions and events that require the full attention and presence of all involved parties.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #13,366, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.