ˈseʃən n. 1
the process of
assembly of a
deliberative or
judicial body to
conduct its business. 2 a
single meeting for this purpose. 3 a
period during which such meetings are regularly
held. 4 a an
academic year. b the period during which a school etc.
has classes. 5 a period
devoted to an
activity (poker session;
recording session). 6 the governing body of a
Presbyterian Church. øin session assembled for business;
not on
vacation.
petty sessions 1 a meeting of
two or
more magistrates for the
summary trial of
certain offences. 2 =
quarter sessions. øøsessional adj. [ME f. OF session or L sessio -onis (as SESSILE)]