Colloquiquia

/kəˌloʊkwiˈkiːə/ noun

Definition

Plural of colloquium; formal discussions, conferences, or conversations between specialists.

Etymology

Latin plural form derived from 'colloquium' (conversation, dialogue), from 'col-' (together) and 'loqui' (to speak).

Kelly Says

Academic colloquiquia are the places where the smartest experts in a field gather to talk shop—and sometimes argue passionately about ideas in front of everyone!

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