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Meaning of the word convention in English

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convention

US /kənˈven.ʃən/
UK /kənˈven.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

a large meeting or conference, especially of members of a political party or a particular profession

Example:
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The annual sales convention will be held in Las Vegas.
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Delegates from all states attended the political convention.
Synonym:
conferencecongressassemblygatheringmeeting
2.

a way in which something is usually done, especially within a particular area or activity; a custom

Example:
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It's a long-standing convention to exchange gifts on holidays.
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Breaking with convention, the artist used unconventional materials.
Synonym:
customtraditionpracticeusagenorm
3.

an agreement between countries covering particular matters, especially one less formal than a treaty

Example:
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The Geneva Convention sets out the standards of international law for humanitarian treatment.
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Several countries signed the new environmental convention.
Synonym:
agreementpactaccordprotocoltreaty
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conventional