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DictionarytopicSubject of discussion
noun

topic

TAH-pik/ˈtɑːpɪk/

A subject discussed, written about, or referred to.

The model bridge is the topic of their discussion.

Three people focus discussion on one small model bridge placed at center of their table, shared subject/topic visually central; no speech bubbles or written notes.
Etymology
topGreekplace; subject of a speech
+icGreekpertaining to

Greek topos meant a place, but also a subject of speech. Things pertaining to such 'places' became common headings for finding arguments, and then subjects discussed or written about.

In context

Building Brain Awareness3:38
it's a complex topic anytime we're talking about anything related to memory it it's really complex
Confabulation With Brain Injury

More examples

  • They changed the topic when the guests arrived.
  • She chose a topic for her essay.
  • Several topics were left for the next session.

Forms

topic · topics

Similar words

subject
The matter being discussed.
theme
A central or recurring idea.