plural forums also fora
ˈforə 
1
: a meeting at which a subject can be discussed
Forums were held to determine how to handle the situation.
The town has scheduled a public forum to discuss the proposal.
an open forum
2
: a place or opportunity for discussing a subject
The club provides a forum for people who share an interest in local history.
an online forum
3
: a large public place in an ancient Roman city that was used as the center of business
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“Forum.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/forum. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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