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convention

Large meeting, or accepted way of doing things.

Meanings of «convention»

1 · noun

an official formal agreement between countries or groups

Many nations signed the convention to protect the ocean.

2 · noun

a large formal meeting of people with shared interests

Every year, doctors gather for a big convention.

Similar: conferenceassemblycongress

3 · noun

an accepted way of behaving or doing something

It is a convention to shake hands when you meet someone.

Similar: customnormtradition

Translation

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The difference between similar words

a large meeting of people
conferencea meeting to discuss a topic, often over daysShe spoke at a conference about health.
conventiona big meeting of people with the same job or hobbyFans came to the comic book convention in costume.
summita meeting of top leadersThe leaders met at a summit in Paris.
something people do regularly
traditionpassed down in a family or group for many yearsEating together on Sundays is a family tradition.
customwhat people in a place or culture usually doIn many countries, it is the custom to take off your shoes.
habitsomething one person does often without thinkingBiting your nails is a bad habit.
conventionan accepted rule of behavior in a societyIt is a convention to shake hands when you meet.

Word family

convention B1 · nounconventional B2 · adjectiveunconventional C1 · adjectiveunconventionally C1 · adverb