closed-door meeting
nounUK /ˌkləʊzd dɔː ˈmiːtɪŋ/
US /ˌkloʊzd dɔːr ˈmiːtɪŋ/
A meeting where only certain people are allowed to come in.
The teachers had a closed-door meeting to talk about the school trip.
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2. A gathering kept secret from the public or press.
The council held a closed-door meeting to discuss the budget.
3. A private talk among a small group of leaders.
The two managers had a closed-door meeting before announcing the changes.
4. A session where outsiders are not allowed to listen.
The judge called a closed-door meeting with the lawyers.