English Explanatory Dictionary

forum

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A place for discussion.
  2. A gathering for the purpose of discussion; a symposium.
  3. A form of discussion involving a panel of presenters and often participation by members of the audience.
  4. An Internet message board where users can post messages regarding one or more topics of discussion.
  5. A square or marketplace in a Roman town, used for public business and commerce.

Pronunciation

/ˈfɔːɹəm/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-forum.wav /ˈfɔɹəm/ /ˈfoːɹəm/

Word forms

forum forums fora 4m 4rum

Etymology

From Latin forum (“public market place, forum”). Doublet of fuero and door.

Related words

conforaneous

Derived words

choice of forum agreement choice of forum clause cyberforum e-forum forum clause forumgoer foruming forumite forum non conveniens forum selection agreement forum selection clause forum shopping forum weapon subforum teleforum
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