discussion groups

noun
UK /dɪˈskʌʃən ɡruːps/
US /dɪˈskʌʃən ɡruːps/

Groups of people who talk together about a topic.

The students joined discussion groups to share ideas about the book.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Online spaces where people post messages about shared interests.

She follows several discussion groups about gardening.

3. Small teams in a class that talk over a question together.

The teacher split the class into discussion groups.

4. Formal panels at a conference that exchange views on a subject.

The conference hosted discussion groups on climate policy.