col·lo·quy  (kl-kw)

n. pl. col·lo·quies

1. A conversation, especially a formal one.
2. A written dialogue.

[From Latin colloquiumconversation; see colloquium.]

collo·quist (-kwst) n.

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colloquy

Noun
pl -quies Formal a conversation or conference [Latin com- together + loqui to speak]
colloquist n

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ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun 1. colloquy - a conversation especially a formal one

group discussionconference - a discussion among participants who have an agreed (serious) topic
  2. colloquy - formal conversation

conversation - the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
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