What is a forum?

http://www.thefreedictionary.com/forum


"fo·rum (fôrm, fr-)
n. pl. fo·rums also fo·ra (fôr, fr)
1.
a. The public square or marketplace of an ancient Roman city that was the assembly place for judicial activity and public business.
b. A public meeting place for open discussion.
c. A medium of open discussion or voicing of ideas, such as a newspaper or a radio or television program."


also...


"2. forum - a public facility to meet for open discussion, a
meeting place, assembly"


"forum
n forum [ˈfoːrəm]
1 any public place in which discussions take place, speeches are made etc."


"forum
Noun
1. a meeting or medium for the open discussion of subjects of public interest
2. (in ancient Roman cities) an open space serving as a marketplace and centre of public business"


Peaceful Blessings and safe journey to all !

[Koyaanisqatsi]

it appears that you have answered your question of what is a forum

Originally Posted by Koyaanisqatsi

it appears that you have answered your question of what is a forum

yes.. thought the question was to highlight something, not to generate answers as such...

I didn't post this thread to generate ANY back/forth arguments, personal attacks or nastiness, by or to anyone.. just a heads-up there!

I felt it important to highlight/remind folks of the true intent/purpose/meaning of a forum.. as opposed to a 'private-members club' or a 'subscription-based group/society' or a 'fee-based website' or a 'Private fan-club', or 'Passholders-only Party' for example...


I realise the decision has already been made.. so no point with other proposals / suggestions / ideas / opinions ... I just felt to post this to underline the original and true purpose/intent/meaning of "forum"...


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