Quorum

noun

/ˈkwɔː.ɹəm/

Word Frequency: 1.1

Definitions

1.nounThe minimum number of members required for a group to officially conduct business and to cast votes, often but not necessarily a majority or supermajority.

"We can discuss the issue tonight, but cannot vote until we have a quorum."

2.nounA selected body of persons.

Synonyms

statutory crook majority minimum threshold quota complement attendance requirement minyan quorate quotity

Rhymes With

decorum forum jorum foram joram orum abhor him adore him

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