convention

noun

A practice or procedure widely observed in a group, especially to facilitate social interaction; a custom.

A meeting or gathering.

A formal deliberative assembly of mandated delegates.

A formal agreement, contract, rule, or pact.

The convening of a formal meeting.

(international law) A treaty or supplement to such.

Roots

veniovent- · Latin · come

Synonyms for convention

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