Meaning of the word "moderate a meeting" in English

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moderate a meeting

US /ˈmɑː.də.reɪt ə ˈmiː.tɪŋ/
UK /ˈmɒd.ər.eɪt ə ˈmiː.tɪŋ/
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Phrase

to preside over a meeting, ensuring that it is conducted fairly and that participants follow the rules

Example:
She was asked to moderate a meeting between the two departments.
It is difficult to moderate a meeting when everyone is talking at once.