convention
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/kənˈvenʃn/
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/kənˈvenʃn/
A usual way of doing things that people follow.
It is a convention to shake hands when you meet someone.
A big meeting for people with the same job or interests.
The science convention had many interesting talks.
A formal agreement between countries.
Countries signed a convention to protect the environment.
A common style or method used in art or writing.
The play followed the convention of having five acts.