panel discussion

noun

Synonyms of panel discussionnext
: a formal discussion by a panel

Examples of panel discussion in a Sentence

a panel discussion on capital punishment
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Three panel discussions round out the programming. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Apr. 2026 After the film, there will be a panel discussion that will include director Gail Freedman. Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2026 There will be two panel discussions featuring authors, podcasters and scholars. Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2026 The festival also offers graffiti art, dance battles, film screenings, panel discussions, workshops and vendors. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for panel discussion

Word History

First Known Use

1936, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of panel discussion was in 1936

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“Panel discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/panel%20discussion. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.

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