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a deep discussion about politics, life, etc had when under the influence of alcohol
We had a great symposium after 5 games of beer pong about the meaning of life.
symposium by ann8642 February 24, 2010
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1. a meeting or conference at which several speakers discuss a topic.
2. a collection of opinions or articles on a given topic.
The aim of this symposium is to provide a platform for discussion and sharing of tourism research topics.
symposium by heart27 July 9, 2009

The Symposium 

(sĭm-pō'zē-əm)

A meeting or conference for discussion of a topic, especially one in which the participants form an audience and make presentations.

A collection of writings on a particular topic, as in a magazine.

A convivial meeting for drinking, music, and intellectual discussion among the ancient Greeks.

"The Symposium" is a title given to underground venues that spring up mainly in college towns that have a strong hippie vibe but are setup similar to a fraternity house.
"Did you make it to that party at The Symposium last night?"

"Poetry Slam at The Symposium next Wednesday night!"
The Symposium by Shamsi January 31, 2012

The Symposium 

The world’s best demo day
I’m going to the Symposium on march 19th
lu.ma/waterloo?tk=XdsASY
The Symposium by arian81 February 14, 2025
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