convoke
Pronunciations (2)
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/kənˈvoʊk/
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kənˈvoʊk
Verb
To convene, to cause to assemble for a meeting.
Usage- Transitive
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More examples (1)
Hail thou,—of leisure sweet the sire!— Who, round the bright, domestic fire, Dost link fond hearts in strongest ties, And kindle hopes, and mingle sighs, Or 'neath the taper's glancing light Convoke the banquet's festive rite.
In June, 1933, a great public meeting, convoked by the State Government, was held in Melbourne[.]
The dream makes such an impression on the king that he convokes his council of state, whose members are thoroughly alarmed by his report.
To call together.
Verb
call together
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The students were convened in the auditorium
Word forms
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