plenary

Definition

A session of a conference or meeting that is attended by all participants, rather than broken into smaller, separate groups.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'plenarius,' meaning 'full' or 'complete,' which comes from the root 'plenus.' It entered English through Middle French to describe meetings where every member is expected to be present.

In the news

In this article, the 'day two plenary' refers to a primary, all-hands session where experts addressed the entire conference audience to discuss the collective challenge of defending climate science against political interference.

Climate Attribution Conference Explores Science, Law and Accountability

Columbia University

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