To start a discussion
Example: They start a discussion together
Definition
"To start a discussion" means to initiate or begin a conversation or debate about a particular topic with one or more people. It involves bringing up an issue or idea to encourage dialogue and exchange of thoughts.
Etymology
The phrase "to start a discussion" combines the verb "start," originating from Old English 'steart,' meaning to begin or set in motion, with "discussion," derived from Latin 'discutere,' meaning to shake apart or examine. Together, they describe the act of initiating a conversation or exchange of ideas.
