brainstorming
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mɪŋ noun
a conference technique of solving specific problems, amassing information, stimulating creative thinking, developing new ideas, etc., by unrestrained and spontaneous participation in discussion.
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adjective
3.
of or pertaining to brainstorming.
verb (used without object)
4.
to conduct or practice brainstorming.
verb (used with object)
5.
to subject (a problem) to brainstorming.
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brainstorm (ˈbreɪnˌstɔːm) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | a severe outburst of excitement, often as the result of a transitory disturbance of cerebral activity |
| 2. | informal (Brit) a sudden mental aberration |
| 3. | informal another word for brainwave |
| brainstorming (ˈbreɪnˌstɔːmɪŋ) | |
| —n | |
| intensive discussion to solve problems or generate ideas | |
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Slang Dictionary
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Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions by Richard A. Spears.Fourth Edition.
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Example sentences
When you start a brainstorming session clearly state the objectives of the session to all participants.
The workshop was preceded by a brainstorming session three months earlier.
Brainstorming didn't unleash the potential of the group, but rather made each individual less creative.
Two techniques that can be helpful as you do this are brainstorming and building on suggestions.
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