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congress

/ˈkɒŋˌɡɹɛs/

noun

Meaning

  • A coming together of two or more people; a meeting.

  • A formal gathering or assembly; a conference held to discuss or decide on a specific question.

  • (often capitalized: Congress) A legislative body of a state, originally the bicameral legislature of the United States of America.

  • An association, especially one consisting of other associations or representatives of interest groups.

    "The National Congress of American Indians"

  • Coitus; sexual intercourse.

Synonyms

assembly,
legislature,
parliament,
federation

verb

Meaning

  • To assemble together.

  • To meet in a congress.