Meaning of the word conclave in English
What does conclave mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
conclave
US /ˈkɑːn.kleɪv/
UK /ˈkɒŋ.kleɪv/
Noun
1.
a private meeting
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The leaders held a secret conclave to discuss the crisis.
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A political conclave was called to decide the party's future.
2.
the assembly of cardinals for the election of a pope
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The papal conclave is held in the Sistine Chapel.
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After several days, white smoke signaled the end of the conclave and the election of a new pope.