1. formal meetings of people to discuss particular topics, often lasting several days
Usage: plural of conference
2. groups of sports teams that compete against each other in organized leagues
Usage: sports context

Examples

• The company sends employees to industry conferences every year.
• Medical conferences help doctors stay updated on new treatments.
• She presented her research at three different conferences last month.
• The basketball team won their conference championship.
• Academic conferences bring together scholars from around the world.
• Both teams play in the same conference this season.
• International conferences on climate change occur annually.