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The term conference can be used to describe any meeting of people that "confer " about a certain topic.

  • Academic conference, in science and academia, a formalized event where researchers present their results in speeches, workshops or by other means
  • Business conference, an event organized to discuss a pressing issue
  • Conference call, in telecommunications, is referred to as a "multi-party call".
  • A conference room is a place where conferences are held.
  • International conference, in politics, a multilateral diplomatic negotiation or a Party conference
  • In Christianity, a conference is a series of meetings to discuss topics related to the church.
    • A Methodist or Catholic Conference is a formal meeting of church leaders.

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