Session: meaning, definitions and examples

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session

 

[ ˈsɛʃən ]

Context #1 | Noun

computer

A period of time devoted to a particular activity, such as a meeting or a lesson, typically for a specific purpose.

Synonyms

appointment, class, meeting

Examples of usage

  • We had a productive session discussing the new project.
  • The therapy session helped me deal with my anxiety.
  • The training session lasted for two hours.
Context #2 | Noun

legal

A meeting of a deliberative or judicial body to conduct its business.

Synonyms

assembly, congress, meeting

Examples of usage

  • The court session was scheduled for 10 AM.
  • The parliamentary session lasted for five hours.
Context #3 | Noun

music

A period during which a group of musicians play or sing together.

Synonyms

gig, jam, performance

Examples of usage

  • The jazz session at the club was fantastic.
  • The recording session went smoothly.

Translations

Translations of the word "session" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sessão

🇮🇳 सत्र

🇩🇪 Sitzung

🇮🇩 sesi

🇺🇦 сесія

🇵🇱 sesja

🇯🇵 セッション

🇫🇷 séance

🇪🇸 sesión

🇹🇷 oturum

🇰🇷 세션

🇸🇦 جلسة

🇨🇿 sezení

🇸🇰 sedenie

🇨🇳 会议

🇸🇮 seja

🇮🇸 fundur

🇰🇿 сессия

🇬🇪 სესია

🇦🇿 sessiya

🇲🇽 sesión

Etymology

The word 'session' originated from the Latin word 'sessio' which means a sitting. It was first recorded in the late 14th century to refer to a meeting of a deliberative body. Over time, the term expanded to include various contexts such as music sessions and therapy sessions. The modern usage of 'session' in computer terminology emerged in the mid-20th century with the development of computing technology.

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,609, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.