Meanings
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1
noun
A conversation in which people talk about something and share their ideas.
We had a long discussion about where to go on holiday.
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2
noun
A detailed treatment of a subject in writing or speech.
The book contains an excellent discussion of modern art.
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Etymology
From Old French discussion, from Late Latin discussiō, from Latin discutiō. By surface analysis, discuss + -ion.
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