The accepted or established code of procedure, conduct or behavior
The customs and conventions of a society or community
“But, and there is the rub, every member of the Cabinet is expected by acceptable social convention to then go out and promote and defend what has been pronounced.”
Rules used to determine one's choices
Exhibitions of items
Rules or criteria, typically strict, expected from someone or an organization
Plural for a large meeting or conference, especially of members of a political party or a particular profession or group
“I remind members of the convention that members should not conduct conversations in the House unless it is necessary, and then only in a way so as not to disturb the proceedings.”
Plural for a rule or law that is commonly or socially accepted
“Second, develop a strict convention for how and when you will check for erroneous data.”
Plural for an agreement between states covering particular matters, especially one less formal than a treaty
“In 1997, a convention established standards to combat international bribery, to which more than thirty countries agreed.”
Plural for a religious or other solemn ceremony or act
Plural for a standard by which something is evaluated or measured
Plural for a group of people assembled together in a disorganized manner
Plural for a popular or the latest style of clothing, hair, decoration, or behavior
Plural for a widely held but fixed and oversimplified image or idea of a particular type of person or thing
Plural for a formal council summoned to discuss important governmental issues
Plural for a fine or petty point of conduct or procedure
Plural for the act of using something intangible
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