consultation

noun

UK /ˌkɒnsəlˈteɪʃən/

US /ˌkɑːnsəlˈteɪʃən/

A talk with someone to get help or advice.

The doctor had a short consultation with the patient about her cough.

SYNONYMS

meeting discussion advice session talk appointment

RELATED WORDS

consult consultant advice doctor meeting

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A formal meeting where people share ideas before making a decision.

The city held a public consultation about the new park.

3. The act of asking an expert for their opinion.

After consultation with the lawyer, they signed the papers.

4. A meeting between a doctor and a patient.

The consultation lasted about twenty minutes.