webinar

noun

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

Examples of webinar in a Sentence

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Rising threats against judges nationwide prompted a security webinar with Indiana’s chief justice; more than half of state judges report receiving threats. Todd Richmond, Los Angeles Times, 23 Jan. 2026 The webinar is intended for parents and caregivers of infants and young children, expectant parents, child care providers, early childhood educators, home visitors and anyone who works with or cares for young children in Kane County, the release said. Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026 Even when an in-person visit isn’t possible, students should take advantage of virtual information sessions, departmental webinars, and outreach to current students or faculty. Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026 The district is hosting informational webinars for those curious about the course. Camryn Dadey, Sacbee.com, 21 Jan. 2026 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 28 Jan. 2026.

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