discussion

noun

di-SKUSH-uhn/dɪˈskʌʃən/

3 meanings of discussion

1
talknouncountable or uncountable
When people talk about a topic to share ideas or work something out.
Like a game of catch, but with ideas going back and forth.
We had a long discussion about where to go on vacation.
The class discussions help students learn from each other.
UsageSay a discussion about something with someone.
Similardebate, conversation, talk, discourse
2
written sectionnouncountable
A part of a piece of writing that explains a subject in more detail.
Like the notes a teacher writes to explain an answer more fully.
The discussion in chapter three explains the findings more fully.
She added a short discussion to clarify the main argument.
Similaranalysis, commentary, examination, treatment
3
nounobsoleteuncountable
The breaking up and clearing away of a swelling or growth in the body.
Note

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It comes from Old French discussion, which came from Latin.

Checked 5 Nov 2026 · 2 facts