Meaning of the word "press conference" in English

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press conference

US /ˈprɛs ˌkɑn.fər.əns/
UK /ˈprɛs ˌkɒn.fər.əns/

Noun

a meeting at which a person or organization makes a statement and answers questions from journalists

Example:
The president held a press conference to address the nation.
Journalists gathered for the press conference outside the courthouse.