to talk about something with one or more people so that everyone can share ideas, give opinions, or reach a decision
The classmates gathered to discuss their science project before class started.
Before buying the house, Mia and Joel discussed every detail with their realtor.
✦ From Latin ‘discutere’ meaning ‘to examine, shake apart’, passing through Middle French ‘discuter’ to English in the 15th century.
to examine or explain a subject thoroughly in speech or writing, often in a formal or academic way
The article discusses the impact of renewable energy on global markets.
In his lecture, the professor discussed the causes of the economic crisis in depth.
✦ Same origin as Sense 1, with the meaning shifting toward formal examination in writing by the 17th century.
