Colloque

/ˈkɒləkwiː/ noun

Definition

A variant or related form of colloquy; a conversation or dialogue, particularly a formal academic discussion.

Etymology

From Latin 'colloquium' (conversation), variant spelling influenced by French. Represents an older or alternative spelling of colloquy used in some historical contexts.

Kelly Says

Colloque is basically the fancy European cousin of the English word colloquy—it shows how the same Latin roots spread across different languages with slightly different spellings.

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