convocation

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The act of calling or assembling by summons.
  2. An assembly or meeting.
  3. An assembly of the clergy, by their representatives, to consult on ecclesiastical affairs.
  4. An academic assembly, in which the business of a university is transacted.
  5. A flock of eagles.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

convocation convocations

Etymology

From Middle English convocacioun, from Old French convocation, from Latin convocatio, convocationem.

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