discussion
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1 conversation or debate (n.) A2 Elementarya conversation where people share different ideas or opinions about something.
the action or process of talking about something in order to reach a decision or exchange ideas. Often used with the prepositions 'about' or 'on'.
ExampleWe had a long discussion about where to go for our summer holiday.
ExampleThe board entered into a heated discussion regarding the proposed budget cuts, with several members expressing strong opposition to the plan.
UsageCommonly follows verbs like 'have', 'hold', or 'lead'.
PitfallWe discussed about the problem for hours.We had a discussion about the problem.The verb 'discuss' takes a direct object with no preposition, but the noun 'discussion' requires 'about' or 'on'.
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2 written analysis (n.) B2 Upper Intermediate Academic Academica part of a book or report that explains a subject in detail.
a formal treatment of a topic in speech or writing, specifically the section of an academic paper that interprets results.
ExampleThe final chapter of the book includes a discussion of modern art.
ExampleIn the discussion section of the thesis, the author evaluates the implications of the data and suggests areas for future research.
UsageOften appears as a heading in scientific and academic papers.
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3 medical dispersion (n.) C2 Proficiency Archaic Technical Medicinethe process of a swelling or a lump going away.
the dispersion or resolution of a tumour or swelling. This sense is largely restricted to historical medical texts.
ExampleThe doctor monitored the discussion of the swelling after the treatment.
ExampleNineteenth-century medical journals often detailed the successful discussion of tumours through the application of specific topical ointments.
Teacher's tipThis sense is archaic; modern medical professionals use 'resolution' or 'reduction' instead.
From Old French discussion, from Late Latin discussiō, from Latin discutiō. By surface analysis, discuss + -ion.