discussion
noun
dis·cus·sion
di-ˈskə-shən 
1
: consideration of a question in open and usually informal debate
a heated political discussion
2
: a formal treatment of a topic in speech or writing
A discussion on the topic is included in the first chapter.
Examples of discussion in a Sentence
The class was involved in a heated discussion about politics.
I hope to have a discussion with them about the matter soon.
After much discussion of the plan, the idea was rejected entirely.
During the period under discussion, the town grew in size.
The smoking ban is a major topic of discussion these days.
The article is an in-depth discussion of his theories.
The first chapter includes a discussion of childcare issues.
Recent Examples on the Web
Elliott says that both Weaving and Pearce gave their blessing ahead of discussions between the filmmaker and Stamp.
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Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 28 Sep. 2025
With the match feeling ready to veer off the rails, European vice captain Edoardo Molinari and Mike Raby, the referee assigned to the match, were seen having lengthy discussions about how to retain order.
—Brendan Quinn, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2025
Sergei Bobrovsky could only smile at the Florida Panthers’ media day ahead of training camp when the discussion centered on his goaltending partner for the season.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 28 Sep. 2025
Thune signaled an unwillingness to negotiate health care issues right now -- that any discussions on the subject could happen closer to the end of the year after a shutdown has been averted.
—Isabella Murray, ABC News, 28 Sep. 2025
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“Discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discussion. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
Kids Definition
discussion
noun
dis·cus·sion
dis-ˈkəsh-ən
: conversation or debate for the purpose of understanding a question or subject
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