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 Definitions of Convocation  [ˌkɒn vəˈkeɪ ʃən]  

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Definition of 'Convocation' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) convocation
the act of convoking.

2.  convocation
a group of people gathered in answer to a summons; assembly.

3.  convocation
either of the two provincial synods of the Church of England.

4.  convocation
an assembly of the clergy of part of a diocese in the Episcopal Church.

5.  convocation
a formal assembly at a college or university, esp. for a graduation ceremony.

Etymology:  (1350–1400; ME (< MF) < L convocātiō. See convoke , -tion)

Definition of 'Convocation' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) convocation
a group gathered in response to a summons

2. (noun) convocation, calling together
the act of convoking


Definition of 'Convocation' Webster Dictionary 

1. (noun) Convocation
the act of calling or assembling by summons

2. (noun) Convocation
an assembly or meeting

3. (noun) Convocation
an assembly of the clergy, by their representatives, to consult on ecclesiastical affairs

4. (noun) Convocation
an academical assembly, in which the business of the university is transacted



'Convocation' - Nearby Entries  

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