1. a small class at a university in which a topic is discussed by a teacher and a small group of students
Usage: academic
2. a meeting in which a group of people learn about a particular subject
Usage: professional; educational

Examples

• She enrolled in a graduate seminar on American literature.
• The professor led a seminar with only twelve students.
• Our company is hosting a seminar on digital marketing next week.
• He attended a financial planning seminar at the community center.
• The seminar focused on new teaching methods for elementary schools.
• Students must participate actively in seminar discussions.
• The business seminar covered topics like leadership and teamwork.