webinar

noun

web·​i·​nar ˈwe-bə-ˌnär How to pronounce webinar (audio)
often capitalized
: a live online educational presentation during which participating viewers can submit questions and comments

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An effective and functioning grievance mechanism is a critical tool for businesses, Jeff Vockrodt, president of the Fair Labor Association, said in a webinar last week. Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 8 Sep. 2025 One smart approach is partnering with like-minded companies to co-host webinars or create joint content. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025 San Diego Gives and the North County Philanthropy Council host workshops and webinars led by philanthropic experts on topics ranging from budgeting advice to crowdfunding campaign tips. Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025 The contraceptive is formulated for rats and mice, so other animals would have to eat very large amounts to be rendered infertile, and even then, the effect would be reversible, according to Wisdom Good Works founder Loretta Mayer, who spoke at a recent webinar hosted by the Chicago Bird Alliance. Nara Schoenberg, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for webinar

Word History

Etymology

web + seminar

First Known Use

1998, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of webinar was in 1998

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“Webinar.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/webinar. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

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