To discuss a topic
Example: They discuss a topic during the weekly meeting
Definition
"To discuss a topic" means to talk about a subject in detail, exchanging ideas, opinions, or information with others. It involves considering different viewpoints and often aims to reach a better understanding or decision regarding the topic being discussed.
Etymology
The phrase "to discuss a topic" comes from the Latin word 'discutere,' meaning 'to shake apart' or 'examine thoroughly.' Over time, it evolved in English to mean talking about or debating a subject. Did you know? The original sense involved shaking something apart to inspect it carefully, which mirrors how discussing breaks down ideas.
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"To discuss a topic" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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