convention
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Definition of convention
b : an agreement between states for regulation of matters affecting all of them an international convention banning the spread of nuclear weapons
c : a compact between opposing commanders especially concerning prisoner exchange or armistice
d : a general agreement about basic principles or procedures also : a principle or procedure accepted as true or correct by convention the conventions of grammar
2a : the summoning or convening of an assembly
b : an assembly of persons met for a common purpose a comic book convention especially : a meeting of the delegates of a political party for the purpose of formulating a platform and selecting candidates for office
c : the usually state or national organization of a religious denomination
3a : usage or custom especially in social matters conventions of society
b : a rule of conduct or behavior
c : a practice in bidding or playing that conveys information between partners in a card game (such as bridge)
d : an established technique, practice, or device (as in the theater) The usual romantic conventions made the film predictable.
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Synonyms for convention
Synonyms
assembly, congress, convocation, council, gathering, get-together, huddle, meeting, powwow
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The release of the new single was first announced at Anime Expo 2018 in Los Angeles, the largest Japanese pop culture convention in North America, and the news was received with massive cheers from the comic-con crowd. — Billboard Japan, Billboard, "X JAPAN & HYDE Join Forces for 'Attack on Titan' Anime Series Opener, 'Red Swan'," 13 July 2018 Jonathan French has set out to challenge that convention, and the moral simplifications that go with it. — Tom Shippey, WSJ, "Science Fiction: A New Novel Destined to Be a Classic," 28 June 2018 The key is motivating people outside the convention to vote, and vote for Democrats. — Houston Chronicle, "Does the Democratic Party have the talent, money to carry the day?," 22 June 2018 Since it's creation, other Barbie conventions have started around the world. — Lauren Castle, azcentral, "Valley of the dolls: Barbie collectors hit Phoenix resort scene for 2018 convention," 13 July 2018 That said, there is another mechanism for tabling an amendment: a constitutional convention called by two-thirds of the states. — The Economist, "America’s electoral system gives the Republicans advantages over Democrats," 12 July 2018 In this first meeting with Long — in the same city as a national athletic directors convention that week — Jennings felt positive vibes. — Jesse Newell, kansascity, "How Jeff Long — introduced as new AD Wednesday — impressed KU’s search committee," 11 July 2018 The Post has reported that organization is actually WikiLeaks, which published emails the hackers stole from the Democratic National Committee on the eve of Democrats' convention. — Amber Phillips, chicagotribune.com, "6 questions about the indictment of 12 Russians for hacking," 13 July 2018 THE SWAMP Clinton, Sanders, Warren to headline American Federation of Teachers convention in Pittsburgh. — Fox News, "FOX NEWS FIRST: Anti-Trump FBI lovebird defies subpoena; Trump slams 'inappropriate' Russia deal at NATO summit," 11 July 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'convention.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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convention
noun
English Language Learners Definition of convention
: a large meeting of people who come to a place for usually several days to talk about their shared work or other interests or to make decisions as a group
: a custom or a way of acting or doing things that is widely accepted and followed
: a traditional or common style often used in literature, theater, or art to create a particular effect
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convention
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Kids Definition of convention
1 : a meeting of people for a common purpose a teachers' convention
2 : a custom or a way of acting and doing things that is widely accepted and followed Follow the conventions of punctuation in your writing.
3 : agreement sense 3 a convention among nations
convention
nounLegal Definition of convention
1 : an agreement between nations for regulation of matters affecting all of them
2 : an agreement enforceable in law : contract
3 : an assembly of persons met for a common purpose especially : a meeting of the delegates of a political party for the purpose of formulating a platform and selecting candidates for office
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