consultation

US /ˌkɑːn.sʌlˈteɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌkɑːn.sʌlˈteɪ.ʃən/
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1.

the action or process of formally consulting or discussing

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The doctor held a consultation with the patient's family.
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We need to have a consultation about the new project.
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discussionmeetingconferencedeliberationdialogue
2.

a meeting with an expert, such as a doctor or lawyer, to seek advice

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I have a consultation with my lawyer tomorrow morning.
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The patient scheduled a follow-up consultation.
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appointmentsessionmeetinginterview
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consultantconsultancyconsultfinancial consultantconsulting room