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The definition of a forum is a place or a method for discussion.
(noun)An example of a forum is an online message board.
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See forum in Webster's New World College Dictionary
- the public square or marketplace of an ancient Roman city or town, where legal and political business was conducted
- a law court; tribunal
- an assembly, place, radio program, etc. for the discussion of public matters or current questions
- an opportunity for open discussion
Origin: L, area out-of-doors, marketplace, orig. ? area with board fence < forus, board < IE *bhoros: see bar
See forum in American Heritage Dictionary 4
noun pl. fo·rums also fo·ra (fôrˈə, fōrˈə)
- a. The public square or marketplace of an ancient Roman city that was the assembly place for judicial activity and public business.b. A public meeting place for open discussion.c. A medium for open discussion or voicing of ideas, such as a newspaper, a radio or television program, or a website.
- A public meeting or presentation involving a discussion usually among experts and often including audience participation.
- A court of law; a tribunal.
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Origin: Middle English
Origin: , from Latin; see dhwer- in Indo-European roots
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