discussion

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

   the book contains an excellent discussion of modal logic

2. 2
   noun

   an exchange of views on some topic

   we had a good discussion

3. 3
   noun

   Conversation or debate concerning a particular topic.

   There was then a long discussion of whether to capitalize words like "east".

4. 4
   noun

   Text giving further detail on a subject.

   Under each heading, you will find a discussion.

5. 5
   noun

   The dispersion of a tumour.

Etymology

From Old French discussion, from Late Latin discussiō, from Latin discutiō. By surface analysis, discuss + -ion.