1 [U,C] the process of discussing sb/sth; a conversation about sb/sth:
a topic / subject for discussion * After considerable discussion, they decided to accept our offer. * The plans have been under discussion (= being talked about) for a year now. * Discussions are still taking place between the two leaders. * We had a discussion about the differences between Britain and the US. * A lively discussion followed about whether he should be allowed to join the club.
2 [C] a speech or a piece of writing that discusses many different aspects of a subject:
Her article is a discussion of the methods used in research.
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