convocation

Meanings

• Noun

  A formal meeting or assembly, especially one called for a particular purpose.

  - "The convocation of the town council was called to discuss the budget."
  - "The convocation of graduates was held in the university auditorium."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with convocation
commotion , devotion , rotation

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Variants

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convocation , convocational , convocations

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'convocare', meaning 'to call together'.

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Trivia

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1. The first recorded use of the word 'convocation' in English was in the 14th century.

2. In medieval Europe, a convocation was a formal assembly of the clergy for the purpose of hearing cases and making decisions on ecclesiastical matters.

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Related Concepts

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1. Assembly: A gathering of people for a common purpose or to make decisions.

2. Conference: A formal meeting or series of meetings for the purpose of discussing and making decisions on particular issues.

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Culture

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In academic settings, a convocation is a formal ceremony to mark the beginning of a new academic year or to celebrate the achievements of students. In religious contexts, a convocation can refer to a gathering of believers for worship or spiritual guidance.

How to Memorize "convocation"

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   - Imagine a large gathering of people in a hall, seated and listening to a speaker.
   - Visualize a group of students dressed in academic robes, walking in procession to a ceremony.

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   - Remember that it is a gathering called for a particular purpose.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'convocation' with the phrase 'Calling together a congregation of people'.

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