session

[ˈsɛʃən]

session Definition

• 1. a period of time devoted to a particular activity
• 2. a meeting of a group of people to pursue a particular activity
• 3. a period of time during which a court, parliament, or other official body meets to conduct its business

Using session: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "session" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I have a therapy session every week.

• Example

  The band is going into the recording studio for a session.

• Example

  The court session will begin at 10 am.

• Example

  The yoga session was very relaxing.

session Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for session

• meeting
• gathering
• conference
• assembly
• seminar

Antonyms for session

• break
• recess

Idioms Using session

• in session

  currently in progress, typically used for official meetings or gatherings

  Example

  The parliament is currently in session to discuss the new bill.

• out of session

  not currently in progress, typically used for official meetings or gatherings

  Example

  The court is out of session until next month.

• session beer

  a beer with low alcohol content that can be consumed over an extended period of time without causing intoxication

  Example

  I prefer to drink session beers when I'm out with friends.

Phrases with session

• study session

  a period of time set aside for studying

  Example

  I'm going to the library for a study session.

• session musician

  a musician who is hired to play on recordings or live performances but is not a permanent member of a band or group

  Example

  He has worked as a session musician for many famous artists.

• jam session

  an informal gathering of musicians playing improvised or unrehearsed music

  Example

  The jazz club hosts a weekly jam session.

Origins of session

from Latin 'sessio', meaning 'a sitting'

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Summary: session in Brief

The term 'session' [ˈsɛʃən] refers to a period of time devoted to a particular activity or meeting, such as a therapy session or a court session. It also extends to phrases like 'study session,' and idioms like 'in session,' indicating that a meeting is currently in progress. 'Session' can also refer to a type of beer with low alcohol content that can be consumed over an extended period of time.