discussion
Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English 5++LDOCE 5++di·scus·sion /dɪˈskʌʃən/ ●●● S2 W1 noun [countable, uncountable] 1 DISCUSSwhen you discuss something 讨论，谈论，商讨 class discussions 课堂讨论 the topics suggested for discussion 建议讨论的话题discussion of the discussion of important issues 重要问题的讨论discussion about high-level discussions about trade and commerce 有关贸易和商务的高层会谈discussion with The embassy will continue discussions with the Chinese government. 大使馆将继续与中国政府进行商讨。 We have had discussions about her legal situation. 我们就她的法律状况已进行了讨论。under discussion (=being discussed) 讨论中 The project is under discussion as a possible joint venture. 目前正在讨论这个项目是否有可能办成合资企业。2 DISCUSSa piece of writing about a subject that considers different ideas or opinions about it 〔对某一话题的〕论述，阐述discussion of the report’s discussion of the legislation 该报告对立法的论述n THESAURUSdiscussion an occasion when you discuss something, or the process of discussing itAfter a long discussion, they decided to paint the room pale blue.This led to a discussion of our favourite books.There are several projects under discussion (=being discussed).debate discussion of a particular subject that often continues for a long time, in which people express different opinions. Also used to mean a formal discussion of a subject, after which people vote for or against somethingThere is a lot of debate about the safety of nuclear power.The student union is holding a debate on immigration.talks formal discussions between governments, organizations etcthe Arab-Israeli peace talksThe next round of trade talks will be held in the spring. Bilateral talks (=between two groups or countries)on refugees took place in November.negotiations official discussions between two or more groups who are trying to agree on somethingThe two sides have begun negotiations aimed at ending the dispute.International negotiations on reducing sulphur dioxide emissions have ended without agreement.conference a large formal meeting at which people from many places discuss their work or research, or important matters relating to their organizationan international conference on nuclear physicsthe Labour Party conferenceconsultation a formal discussion in which people who are affected by or involved in something can give their opinionsThe government promised a full public consultation before a decision was made to build the airport. The revised syllabus was devised after wide consultations with the teaching profession.
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discussion• The report includes a discussion of global warming.• We would offer a slide or video presentation followed by discussion and scriptural reflection.• Most people find honest discussions about sex a little awkward.• After a long discussion with her father, she decided not to take the job.• The committee, after much discussion, had decided to go ahead with the proposal to ban cigarette advertising.• Our discussion was closed ten minutes ago.• Too rarely has it involved the specialist in the secondary school in regular discussion with primary colleagues.• But, as mentioned above, some changes have been made in the light of comments received on the discussion paper.had discussions• Herzog also had discussions with Prime Minister Suleyman Demirel.• About ten members toured the reed bed scheme at Billingham and later had discussions about local environmental improvement programmes.• I have not myself had discussions with individual arts organisations.• And they had discussions with you.di·scus·sion noun →n THESAURUS1LDOCE OnlineChineseSyllable
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discussion
di‧scus‧sion S2 W1 /dɪˈskʌʃən/
noun [uncountable and countable]
1. when you discuss something:
class discussions
the topics suggested for discussion
discussion of
the discussion of important issues
discussion about
high-level discussions about trade and commerce
discussion with
The embassy will continue discussions with the Chinese government.
We have had discussions about her legal situation.
under discussion (=being discussed)
The project is under discussion as a possible joint venture.
2. a piece of writing about a subject that considers different ideas or opinions about it
discussion of
the report’s discussion of the legislation
▪ discussion an occasion when you discuss something, or the process of discussing it: After a long discussion, they decided to paint the room pale blue. | This led to a discussion of our favourite books. | There are several projects under discussion (=being discussed).
▪debate discussion of a particular subject that often continues for a long time, in which people express different opinions. Also used to mean a formal discussion of a subject, after which people vote for or against something: There is a lot of debate about the safety of nuclear power. | The student union is holding a debate on immigration.
▪talks formal discussions between governments, organizations etc: the Arab-Israeli peace talks | The next round of trade talks will be held in the spring. | Bilateral talks (=between two groups or countries)on refugees took place in November.
▪negotiations official discussions between two or more groups who are trying to agree on something: The two sides have begun negotiations aimed at ending the dispute. | International negotiations on reducing sulphur dioxide emissions have ended without agreement.
▪conference a large formal meeting at which people from many places discuss their work or research, or important matters relating to their organization: an international conference on nuclear physics | the Labour Party conference
▪consultation a formal discussion in which people who are affected by or involved in something can give their opinions: The govenment promised a full public consultation before a decision was made to build the airport. | The revised syllabus was devised after wide consultations with the teaching profession.
di‧scus‧sion S2 W1 /dɪˈskʌʃən/
noun [uncountable and countable]1. when you discuss something:
discussion of
discussion about
discussion with
under discussion (=being discussed)
2. a piece of writing about a subject that considers different ideas or opinions about it
discussion of
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discussion a detailed conversation about sth that is considered to be important 指重要事情的讨论、谈论、商讨 ：◆ Discussions are still taking place between the two leaders. 两位领导人仍在进行讨论。 conversation a talk, usually a private or informal one, involving two people or a small group; the activity of talking in this way 通常指私下的或非正式的交谈、谈话 ：◆ a telephone conversation 电话交谈 dialogue conversations in a book, play or film 指书、戏剧或电影中的对话、对白 ：◆ The novel has long descriptions and not much dialogue. 这部小说描述多，对话少。 A dialogue is also a formal discussion between two groups, especially when they are trying to solve a problem or end a dispute.* dialogue 亦指两个团体间为解决问题或结束争端进行的正式对话、讨论、交换意见 ：◆ The President told waiting reporters there had been a constructive dialogue. 总统告诉等候的记者，刚才进行了一次富有建设性的对话。 talk a conversation or discussion, often one about a problem or sth important for the people involved 常指对有关人员就某个问题或重要的事情进行的交谈、谈话、讨论、商讨 ：◆ I had a long talk with my boss about my career prospects. 我和老板就我的事业前景进行了一次长谈。 debate a formal discussion of an issue at a public meeting or in a parliament. In a debate two or more speakers express opposing views and then there is often a vote on the issue. 指公共集会上或议会里就某问题进行的、常以表决结束的辩论 ：◆ a debate on prison reform 关于监狱制度改革的辩论 consultation a formal discussion between groups of people before a decision is made about sth 指团体间在决策前进行的咨询、商讨、磋商 ：◆ There have been extensive consultations between the two countries. 两国之间进行了广泛磋商。 chat a friendly informal conversation; informal talking 指友好的非正式交谈、聊天 NOTE The countable use of chat is especially British English.* chat 作可数名词尤用于英式英语 ：◆ I just called in for a chat about the kids. 我只是打电话来随便聊聊孩子的事情。 gossip a conversation about other people and their private lives 指关于他人及其私生活的闲谈、闲聊、说长道短 ：◆ We had a good gossip about the boss. 我们讲了好一会儿老板的闲话。
Patterns
a discussion/conversation/dialogue/talk/debate/consultation/chat/gossip about stha discussion/conversation/dialogue/debate/consultation on sthin (close) discussion/conversation/dialogue/debate/consultationwith sbto have a discussion/conversation/dialogue/talk/debate/consultation/chat/gossipwith sbto hold a discussion/conversation/debate/consultation