To hold a meeting
Example: They hold a meeting today
Definition
"To hold a meeting" means to organize or conduct a gathering of people, typically for discussion, decision-making, or sharing information. It involves setting a time and place where participants come together to address specific topics or objectives.
Etymology
The phrase "to hold a meeting" combines the verb "hold," meaning to keep or maintain, with "meeting," derived from Old English 'mōt' meaning assembly or gathering. Did you know? The word 'hold' originally implied grasping or containing, which evolved metaphorically to mean organizing events like meetings.